The phrase "licked into shape" typically means to shape something into a more organized or efficient state through hard work or discipline. The antonyms for this phrase can be "sloppy," "unorganized" or "disordered." These words imply a lack of structure or discipline in the process of shaping something. Alternatively, the phrase could be interpreted to mean an act of unnecessary force, so antonyms could also include "gentle" or "restrained," indicating a more delicate touch in shaping. Additionally, "unchanged" or "unimproved" could be antonyms for "licked into shape," suggesting that the object or situation has not undergone any improvements through shaping efforts.