Shabbiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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shabbiest

 

[ ˈʃæbiɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, condition

The term 'shabbiest' is used to describe something that is in poor condition or shabby in appearance. It often refers to items that are worn out, tattered, or no longer in good shape. This word conveys a sense of neglect or deterioration and is commonly used in the context of clothing, furniture, or overall aesthetics. When something is described as 'shabbiest,' it suggests that it has lost its original charm and is now seen as unattractive or unsightly.

Synonyms

dilapidated, run-down, tattered, threadbare, worn out.

Examples of usage

  • She wore the shabbiest dress at the party.
  • The shabbiest furniture in the room was near the window.
  • His shabbiest shoes were the only ones that fit.

Translations

Translations of the word "shabbiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais esfarrapado

🇮🇳 सबसे पुराना

🇩🇪 abgeranzig

🇮🇩 paling kumuh

🇺🇦 найгірший

🇵🇱 najbardziej obskurny

🇯🇵 最もみすぼらしい

🇫🇷 le plus miteux

🇪🇸 más destartalado

🇹🇷 en kötü

🇰🇷 가장 낡은

🇸🇦 الأكثر بؤسًا

🇨🇿 nejotřesnější

🇸🇰 najotrepanejší

🇨🇳 最破旧的

🇸🇮 najbolj dotrajan

🇮🇸 söguljósast

🇰🇿 ең ескі

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მოძველებული

🇦🇿 ən köhnə

🇲🇽 el más desgastado

Etymology

The word 'shabby' originates from the Middle English term 'shabbe,' which means 'to have a shabby appearance.' The adjective has roots in the Old English word 'sceabb,' relating to the concept of being ragged or worn down. Over time, the adjective evolved, and the suffix '-est' was added to form 'shabbiest,' establishing the superlative form. The term has been used since the 19th century to describe various states of disrepair, primarily concerning clothing and furniture. Its usage has expanded to cover a broader range of contexts, indicating anything that appears neglected or in a poor state.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,963, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.