lamely

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière faible, peu convaincante ou maladroite ». Souvent utilisé pour décrire une excuse, une tentative ou une action qui est inefficace ou mal exécutée.

An adverb meaning 'in a weak, unconvincing, or clumsy manner.' It is often used to describe an excuse, attempt, or action that is ineffective or poorly executed.

1. In a weak or unconvincing mannerB2formal

   Done or said in a way that lacks strength, force, or credibility.

   de manière faible ou peu convaincante

   • He lamely apologized for being late, offering no real excuse.
   • She lamely tried to defend her position, but everyone knew she was wrong.
   • The explanation was lamely given, failing to satisfy the audience.

   Synonymesfeeblyinadequatelyineffectivelypoorlyunconvincinglyweakly

   Antonymesconvincinglyforcefullypersuasivelystrongly