weakly

adjective

weak·ly ˈwē-klē

: feeble, weak

weakliness noun

a weakly baby who required repeated hospitalizations

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of weakly was in 1577

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“Weakly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weakly. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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weakly

adjective

weak·ly ˈwē-klē

weaklier; weakliest

: not strong or healthy

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