weakly

Definitions

In a manner lacking physical strength, energy, or vigor.

With little power, intensity, or force.

In a way that is not convincing or effective.

Examples

The old man smiled weakly as he recognized his long-lost friend.

The signal from the remote control was flickering weakly, indicating that the batteries were nearly dead.

Synonyms

faintly feeblely fragilely flimsily powerlessly delicately ineffectively

Antonyms

strongly powerfully firmly robustly vigorously sturdily forcefully