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sloppiest

|slop/pi/est|

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/ˈslɑː.pi.ɪst/

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/ˈslɒp.i.ɪst/

(sloppy)

messy or careless

Base Form	Comparative	Superlative	Noun
sloppy	sloppier	sloppiest	sloppiness

Etymology

Etymology Information

'sloppy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'slop', where 'slop' meant 'loose outer garment'.

Historical Evolution

'slop' changed from Middle English word 'slop' and eventually became the modern English word 'sloppy'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'loose or baggy clothing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'careless or untidy'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

superlative form of 'sloppy', meaning the most careless or untidy.

His handwriting is the sloppiest I've ever seen.

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Last updated: 2025/02/14 09:25