Associations to the word «Lamely»

Wiktionary

LAMELY, adverb. In the manner of one who is lame.
LAMELY, adverb. (colloquial) In a foolish or ineffective way.

Dictionary definition

LAMELY, adverb. In a weak and unconvincing manner; "`I don't know, Edward,' she answered lamely".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy