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Definition of laxly

laxly

/ˈlæks.li/
lax · ly
Adjective:lax
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• adverb

1

In a careless, negligent, or insufficiently strict manner.

Example

"The safety regulations were enforced so laxly that accidents became an almost weekly occurrence."

2

In a physically loose, slack, or unstrained manner; without tension.

Example

"His exhausted arms hung laxly at his sides after he crossed the finish line."

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• Nearby Words

lax
laxative
laxity
laxly
laxness
lay
layabout

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective lax (from Latin laxus, meaning 'wide, loose, or slack') and the adverbial suffix -ly.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Laxly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/laxly
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