Limply
6 lettersadverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
In a way that lacks firmness or rigidity, without strength or tension.
“His hand fell limply to his side as exhaustion finally overcame him.”
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limp·ly
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Ends in -PLY, an uncommon adverb ending, the MP cluster in the middle is the defining feature
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P scores 3 and Y scores 4, giving LIMPLY a total of 13 points, excellent value for a common adverb
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