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FECKLESSLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does fecklessly mean? 

FECKLESSLY (adverb)
  The adverb FECKLESSLY has 2 senses:

1. with ineptitude; in an incompetent mannerplay

2. in a feckless manner; irresponsibly and incompetentlyplay

  Familiarity information: FECKLESSLY used as an adverb is rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


FECKLESSLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

With ineptitude; in an incompetent manner

Synonyms:

fecklessly; ineptly

Context example:

he performed his functions ineptly

Pertainym:

feckless (generally incompetent and ineffectual)


Sense 2

Meaning:

In a feckless manner; irresponsibly and incompetently

Pertainym:

feckless (not fit to assume responsibility)


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