"lackadaisically" meaning in English

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Adverb

Forms: more lackadaisically [comparative], most lackadaisically [superlative]
Etymology: From lackadaisical + -ly. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|lackadaisical|ly}} lackadaisical + -ly Head templates: {{en-adv}} lackadaisically (comparative more lackadaisically, superlative most lackadaisically)
  1. In a lackadaisical manner; without enthusiasm or interest; perfunctorily.
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