adj

shoddy

SHOD-ee

Shoddy (adj) means Badly made or of poor quality. Example: “The furniture fell apart within a week — shoddy workmanship.”

adj

Badly made or of poor quality.

"The furniture fell apart within a week — shoddy workmanship."

"They were accused of shoddy record-keeping."

How to Use Shoddy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCheaply or carelessly made, and it shows.

Common pairings

shoddy workmanship shoddy treatment shoddy goods

Word Forms

shoddier comparative, shoddies plural, shoddiest superlative

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Etymology

Originally described cheap recycled wool fabric, of unclear ultimate origin; the "poor quality" sense grew from that fabric being unfit for serious use.

Rhymes for shoddy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “shoddy” mean?

The word “shoddy” means badly made or of poor quality. In plain terms, cheaply or carelessly made, and it shows.

How do you pronounce “shoddy”?

“Shoddy” is pronounced SHOD-ee (/ˈʃɑ.di/ in IPA).

How do you use “shoddy” in a sentence?

Here is “shoddy” used in a sentence: “The furniture fell apart within a week — shoddy workmanship.”

What part of speech is “shoddy”?

“Shoddy” is an adjective.