saamaton — meaning in English
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English meaning
- backward adj/adv Directed or moving toward the rear, or in the opposite direction to normal or expected.
- feckless adj Lacking direction, competence, or effectiveness; irresponsible and ineffective.
- indolent adjective Avoiding effort or activity; lazy in a relaxed, unhurried way.
- ineffectual adjective Failing to produce the desired effect; not achieving much.
- inefficient adjective Not making good use of time, energy, or resources; wasteful.
- supine adjective Lying flat on the back with the face turned upward.
- torpid adj In a sleep-like state and not active.
- wet adj Covered in or soaked with liquid, usually water.
Senses
saamaton is used for these senses in English:
- backward (often in negative constructions) Reluctant or unwilling to advance or act; shy.
- feckless Without skill, ineffective, incompetent.
- feckless Lacking the courage to act in any meaningful way.
- feckless (British, archaic) Lacking vitality.
- indolent Habitually lazy, procrastinating, or resistant to physical labor.
- ineffectual Weak, indecisive; lacking forcefulness.
- inefficient Incapable of, or indisposed to, effective action; habitually slack or unproductive; effecting little or nothing
- supine (figuratively) Reluctant to take action due to indifference or moral weakness; apathetic or passive towards something.
backward — full definition
- adj/adv Directed or moving toward the rear, or in the opposite direction to normal or expected.
- adj Less developed or advanced than expected, especially describing a place, culture, or way of thinking.
- adj Reluctant or slow to act, learn, or come forward.
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