Shoddier: meaning, definitions and examples

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shoddier

 

[ หˆสƒษ’d.i.ษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

quality comparison

The term 'shoddier' is a comparative form of the adjective 'shoddy.' It refers to something that is of inferior quality or workmanship. When used, it describes an item or product that is less satisfactory or more poorly made than another. It often implies a lack of care or respect in production or execution. The connotation is generally negative, suggesting a disappointment in the quality.

Synonyms

inferior, mediocre, poor, substandard

Examples of usage

  • The shoddier product broke after just one use.
  • Her shoddier performance in the competition surprised everyone.
  • Many customers prefer to avoid shoddier brands.
  • The painting was of a shoddier quality than expected.

Translations

Translations of the word "shoddier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pior

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฎเคœเคผเฅ‹เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schlechter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lebih buruk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ั€ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gorszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŠฃใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ peor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha kรถtรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” ๋‚˜์œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุณูˆุฃ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ horลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ horลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ดๅทฎ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ slabลกi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ verri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะฐัˆะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฆแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha pis

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ peor

Etymology

The word 'shoddy' originated in the early 19th century in Yorkshire, England. Initially, it referred to a type of cheap fabric made from recycled wool, which was deemed inferior and of lower quality. The term likely derives from the Old English word 'sceodan,' meaning 'to cut' or 'to shear.' Over time, the meaning broadened beyond textiles to describe anything deemed poorly made or of less value. The comparative form 'shoddier' began to emerge as a way to compare the lesser quality of two items, reinforcing the negative connotation associated with substandard craftsmanship. Today, 'shoddy' and its derivatives are commonly used in various contexts to express disapproval of poor quality in products, services, or performances.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,896, 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.