What is another word for Remissly?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪmˈɪsli] (IPA)

Remissly is defined as the act of neglecting one's duty or responsibility. The word can be replaced with various synonyms to emphasise the negative attitude towards work. Synonyms to remissly include carelessly, thoughtlessly, negligently, irresponsibly, slackly, and lackadaisical. All these words indicate that the person does not take their work seriously and is likely to fail in their job. Using these synonyms can help to convey the message more strongly. Additionally, alternate terms such as recklessly, inattentively and heedlessly can also be used interchangeably to further highlight the careless and negligent attitude towards tasks.

What are the hypernyms for Remissly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Remissly

Often when elders and magistrates were present the Eiren would punish the boys; if only he showed that it was done deservedly and with method, he never was checked while punishing, but when the boys were gone, he was called to account if he had done so either too cruelly or too Remissly.
"Plutarch's Lives, Volume I (of 4)"
Plutarch
The generals were complained of, and as they seemed to be carrying on the siege Remissly, they were removed, and others appointed, among them Camillus, who was then tribune for the second time.
"Plutarch's Lives, Volume I (of 4)"
Plutarch
However, Epameinondas, disregarding his own glory in comparison with the safety of Pelopidas, and fearing that if Alexander were driven to despair by seeing his kingdom falling to pieces, he might turn upon him like a wild beast, conducted the war Remissly.
"Plutarch's Lives, Volume II"
Aubrey Stewart & George Long

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