lackadaisically
In languid fashion
Lackadaisically is the adverb form of lackadaisical, describing action done with a lazy, listless, or half-hearted quality.
When someone performs a task lackadaisically, they show little enthusiasm or energy.
He lackadaisically flipped through the channels, not really caring what was on.
The word suggests not just slowness but a dreamy indifference to the outcome.
Lacking interest or concern
- unconcernedFeeling no worry
- dispassionateFree from emotional involvement
- uninterestedLacking curiosity or concern
- detachedApart or uninvolved
nonchalant · blasé · insouciant · halfhearted · perfunctory · unmotivated · unenthusiastic · careless
indifferent
Lacking interest or concern
- unconcernedFeeling no worry
- dispassionateFree from emotional involvement
- uninterestedLacking curiosity or concern
detached · nonchalant · blasé · insouciant · halfhearted · perfunctory · unmotivated · unenthusiastic · careless · heedless
sluggish
Slow and inactive
drowsy · enervated · weary · fatigued · slothful · indolent · droopy · limp · heavy · slow-moving
unhurried
Taking one's time
- relaxedFree of stress
- dawdlingLeisurely time-wasting
- meanderingFollowing a winding course
ambling · lounging · drifting · moseying · sauntering · pottering · lolling · idling · loafing · dallying
lackadaisicallydiligently
With persistent effort
assiduously · industriously · painstakingly · meticulously · conscientiously
lackadaisicallyvigorously
With forceful enthusiasm
energetically · dynamically · briskly · actively · spiritedly
lackadaisicallyeagerly
With keen enthusiasm
enthusiastically · ardently · passionately · excitedly · zealously