shoddily
|shod/di/ly|
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/ˈʃɑːdɪli/
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/ˈʃɒdɪli/
(shoddy)
poor quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shoddy' originates from English, specifically the word 'shoddy,' where 'shoddy' meant 'of poor quality.'
Historical Evolution
'shoddy' changed from the English word 'shoddy' and eventually became the modern English word 'shoddy.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of poor quality,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is poorly made or done.
The repairs were done shoddily, and the roof still leaks.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 22:18