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witless | witlessly |

As an adjective witless

is destitute of wit or understanding; wanting thought; hence, indiscreet; not under the guidance of judgment.

As an adverb witlessly is

in a witless manner.

witless

English

(Webster 1913)

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Destitute of wit or understanding; wanting thought; hence, indiscreet; not under the guidance of judgment.

    • Usage notes

    * This term is frequently found in phrases such as (term), (term), and so on.

    witlessly

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • in a witless manner