手ぬるい【てぬるい】
Frequency rank: 38,257. – 38,767.
- lax; lenient; slow
adjective (keiyoushi)
Forms
Generated definitions (experimental)
- lax
- lenient
- slow
This meaning refers to being not strict or careful enough, often resulting in a lack of effectiveness or discipline.
This meaning implies a quality of being forgiving or tolerant, often used in the context of rules or standards that are not strictly enforced.
The teacher took a lenient attitude towards the exam rules.
This meaning indicates a lack of speed or promptness in action or response, often reflecting procrastination or a deliberate pace.
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