slackly
slackly Lexical Profile
slackly Game Scores & Validity
• adverb
In a loose, relaxed, or untaut manner; without tension or firmness.
"The heavy rope hung slackly between the two wooden posts at the edge of the dock."
In a careless, negligent, or lazy manner; with little effort, diligence, or strictness.
"The safety regulations were enforced so slackly that several preventable accidents occurred in the warehouse."
In a sluggish, slow, or inactive manner, especially regarding trade, movement, or activity.
"Business proceeded slackly during the hot summer months before picking up again in September."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English slakli, derived from Old English slæclīce ('lazily, slowly'), combining the adjective slæc ('loose, remiss') with the adverbial suffix -ly.
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