Definition

In a way that is soft, weak, or lacking firmness.

Example

The plant's leaves hung flaccidly after several days without water.

Conversation

Did you see how he threw the ball?flaccidly though?

Yeah, it looked like he didn't even try.

I thought he would put more effort into it.

Maybe he was just tired or not feeling it today.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flaccidly → It is formed from "flaccidus" (from Latin, meaning weak or limp) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "flaccidly" means in a weak or limp manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'weak' or 'limp' ('flaccidus') to remember that 'flaccidly' describes doing something in a weak manner.

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