dowdy
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Adjective — Old-fashioned and unattractive in style, especially of clothing.
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Etymology
First recorded around 1581; probably related to "dow," a Scots word meaning to fade or wither.
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What does “dowdy” mean?
The word “dowdy” means old-fashioned and unattractive in style, especially of clothing. In plain terms, unfashionable and drab, usually describing clothes or style.
How do you pronounce “dowdy”?
“Dowdy” is pronounced DOW-dee (/ˈdaʊdi/ in IPA).
How do you use “dowdy” in a sentence?
Here is “dowdy” used in a sentence: “She complained that the uniform made her look dowdy.”
What part of speech is “dowdy”?
“Dowdy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “dowdy” come from?
The word “dowdy” dates back to around 1581. First recorded around 1581; probably related to "dow," a Scots word meaning to fade or wither.