Definition

In a way that is soft and lacking firmness or strength.

Example

The dog moved flabbily, showing its lack of exercise.

Conversation

Did you see how he threw the ball?

Yeah, it looked like he did it flabbily!

I know, right? It was like he wasn't even trying.

Maybe he should practice a bit more before the game.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flabbily → It is formed from "flabby" (from Latin *flabbus*, meaning flabby or loose) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "flabbily" means in a loose or flabby manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'loose' ('flabby') and how it behaves 'in a manner of' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'flabbily' describes something done in a loose or flabby way.

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