Rattier: meaning, definitions and examples
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rattier
[ หrรฆtฬฌ.i.ษ ]
appearance, condition
The term 'rattier' is an informal comparative form of the adjective 'ratty'. It generally describes something that is shabby, worn-out, or in poor condition, often referring to clothing or objects that have seen better days. It can also imply a sense of unkemptness or scruffiness. For example, a rattier appearance might suggest neglect or a lack of care over time.
Synonyms
ragged, shabby, tattered, worn
Examples of usage
- He wore a rattier old jacket than usual.
- The furniture in their house looks rattier than before.
- She felt self-conscious in her rattier clothes at the party.
Translations
Translations of the word "rattier" in other languages:
๐ต๐น rato
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคนเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Ratte
๐ฎ๐ฉ rata
๐บ๐ฆ ััั
๐ต๐ฑ szczur
๐ฏ๐ต ใฉใใ
๐ซ๐ท rat
๐ช๐ธ rata
๐น๐ท sฤฑรงan
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌุฑุฐ
๐จ๐ฟ potkan
๐ธ๐ฐ potkan
๐จ๐ณ ่้ผ
๐ธ๐ฎ podgane
๐ฎ๐ธ rottur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััาะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sฤฑรงan
๐ฒ๐ฝ rata
Etymology
The word 'ratty' comes from the noun 'rat', which is believed to derive from the Middle English 'ratte', from Old English 'rรฆt', a term used to describe a rodent that is often associated with dirtiness and unpleasantness. The diminutive or comparative form 'rattier' is formed by adding the comparative suffix '-ier' to 'ratty'. The association of rats with filth and neglect has influenced how the term came to describe shabby and deteriorating conditions. Historically, since the late 19th century, 'ratty' has also been used to characterize places or items that lack care and maintenance, further solidifying its meaning in contemporary language.