limply

adv

Etymology: Etymology tree English limp Middle English -ly English -ly English limply From limp + -ly.

1. In a limp manner, without support or resistance.

   “The flag hung limply in the still air.”

   “Ah, but someone was raising her, so they were going to lay her on the trestles, and she not dead. She opened her eyes, took a deep breath, then limply and contritely placed both arms round Andrew's neck.”