ratty
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for ratty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Shabby, worn out, or in poor condition.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use ratty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ratty old
get ratty with someone
Etymology
From rat plus the adjective suffix -y ("having the quality of").
Full origin of ratty →Frequently asked questions
What does “ratty” mean?
The word “ratty” means shabby, worn out, or in poor condition. In plain terms, scruffy and worn-out, or (informally) short-tempered.
How do you pronounce “ratty”?
“Ratty” is pronounced RA-tee (/ˈɹæti/ in IPA).
How do you use “ratty” in a sentence?
Here is “ratty” used in a sentence: “He wore a ratty old sweater around the house.”
What part of speech is “ratty”?
“Ratty” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “ratty” have?
“Ratty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shabby, worn out, or in poor condition.
