Definition

In a way that is lukewarm or lacking enthusiasm.

Example

She tepidly agreed to join the team, not really excited about it.

Conversation

How did you feel about the movie we watched last night?

Honestly, I thought it was just okay, a bit tepidly received by the audience.

Yeah, I noticed that too; it didn't really grab my attention.

Same here. I expected more excitement from the plot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tepidly → It is formed from "tepid" (from Latin *tepidus*, meaning lukewarm) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "tepidly" means in a lukewarm manner or with little enthusiasm.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'lukewarm' ('tepid') and how it is done 'in a manner of' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that tepidly means doing something in a lukewarm or indifferent way.

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