Lame (adjective)

1. Having a limp or unsteady gait.
2. Having a physical disability affecting the ability to walk.
3. Having a dull or unsatisfactory quality or performance.
4. Being weak or lacking in force or effectiveness.
5. Being insufficient or inadequate.

Origin:

The word 'lame' has uncertain origins, but it is believed to have come from the old norse word 'lamr' meaning 'limp.'.

Examples:

1. The old man was lame and could barely walk.
2. The horse was lame in its front left leg.
3. The excuse was lame and no one believed it.
4. The performance was lame and the audience was bored.
5. The argument was lame and failed to convince anyone.