Choppier: meaning, definitions and examples
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choppier
[ ˈtʃɒpiər ]
water conditions
Choppier is a comparative form of the adjective 'choppy', which describes a state of water or surface that is characterized by short, steep waves or irregularities. It often refers to conditions that make movement across the water more difficult, such as boating or swimming. When water is choppier, it typically indicates higher winds or disturbed weather patterns. This term can also be used metaphorically in contexts involving activity that is disjointed or disrupted.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sea became choppier as the storm approached.
- I prefer kayaking on calm water, not when it's choppier.
- The flight was rough due to choppier air currents.
Translations
Translations of the word "choppier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais agitado
🇮🇳 अधिक चंचल
🇩🇪 unruhiger
🇮🇩 lebih bergelombang
🇺🇦 більш хвилюючий
🇵🇱 bardziej wzburzony
🇯🇵 より波がある
🇫🇷 plus agité
🇪🇸 más agitado
🇹🇷 daha dalgalı
🇰🇷 더 거칠어진
🇸🇦 أكثر اضطرابًا
🇨🇿 více rozbouřený
🇸🇰 viac rozbúrený
🇨🇳 更波动
🇸🇮 bolj nemiren
🇮🇸 frekari
🇰🇿 көп толқынды
🇬🇪 მეტი ქარიშხალი
🇦🇿 daha dalğalı
🇲🇽 más agitado
Etymology
The term 'choppy' finds its origins in the early 17th century, derived from the verb 'chop', which refers to the act of cutting or making something uneven. The nautical use of 'choppy' likely developed as sailors and mariners began to describe the changing conditions of the ocean and seas they traversed. The word 'chop' itself has various meanings, including to strike, to move irregularly, or to break into pieces, all of which can convey a sense of turbulence or disorder, much like the surface of agitated water. Over time, the comparative form 'choppier' emerged to indicate greater degrees of this turbulent condition. This adjective is frequently used in maritime contexts and, increasingly, in outdoor recreational discussions about activities affected by water conditions.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,577, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.