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- [lak-uh-dey-zi-kuh l]
- /ˌlæk əˈdeɪ zɪ kəl/
- /ˌlæk.ə.ˈdeɪ.zɪk.l̩i/
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- [lak-uh-dey-zi-kuh l]
- /ˌlæk əˈdeɪ zɪ kəl/
Definitions of lackadaisically word
- adjective lackadaisically without interest, vigor, or determination; listless; lethargic: a lackadaisical attempt. 1
- adjective lackadaisically lazy; indolent: a lackadaisical fellow. 1
- noun lackadaisically In a lackadaisical manner; without enthusiasm or interest; perfunctorily. 1
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Origin of lackadaisically
First appearance:
before 1760 One of the 46% newest English words
1760-70; lackadais(y) (variant of lackaday) + -ical
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Parts of speech for Lackadaisically
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lackadaisically popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 47% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
lackadaisically usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lackadaisically
adv lackadaisically
- indifferently — without interest or concern; not caring; apathetic: his indifferent attitude toward the suffering of others.
- carelessly — If someone does something carelessly, they do it without much thought or effort.
- offhandedly — cavalierly, curtly, or brusquely: to reply offhand.
- coolly — moderately cold; neither warm nor cold: a rather cool evening.
- informally — without formality or ceremony; casual: an informal visit.
adverb lackadaisically
- nonchalantly — coolly unconcerned, indifferent, or unexcited; casual: His nonchalant manner infuriated me.
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