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Synonyms for lackadaisically


Grammar : Adv
Spell : lak-uh-dey-zi-kuhl
Phonetic Transcription : ˌlæk əˈdeɪ zɪ kəl



Définition of lackadaisically

Origin :
  • 1768 (Sterne), from interjection lackadaisy "alas, alack" (1748), an alteration of lack-a-day (1690s), from alack the day (1590s). Hence, "given to crying 'lack-a-day,' vapidly sentimental." Sense probably altered by influence of lax. Related: Lackadaisically.
  • As in casually : adv nonchalantly
Example sentences :
  • But everything had not gone well, and he found it very difficult to carry himself otherwise than lackadaisically.
  • Extract from : « The Small House at Allington » by Anthony Trollope

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