Feebly

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'feebly' to describe actions done with very little strength, as if one's energy is almost gone.

After the long run, he feebly collapsed onto the grass.

Pro Tip 2/3

'Feebly' can imply an action is ineffective or unlikely to succeed because of its weakness.

The virus spread as people feebly disinfected their hands without soap.

Pro Tip 3/3

Describing a speech or argument as 'feebly' suggests it lacks forcefulness and impact.

He feebly presented his case, making no impression on the jury.