How many syllables in lame?

There is 1 syllable in the word lame.

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lame

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Definition of lame:

lame (adjective):: disabled in the feet or legs.; disabled or crippled in the legs or feet; unable or only partially able to use a body part and especially a limb

Synonyms for lame:

cheap

contemptible

crippled

cruddy

deplorable

despicable

dirty

disgusting

game

gimpy

grubby

halt

halting

hateful

hobbling

limping

lousy

mean

nasty

paltry

pitiable

pitiful

ratty

scabby

scummy

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