scruffy
1 synonym and 1 antonym for scruffy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Untidy or shabby in appearance.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use scruffy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
scruffy beard
scruffy dog
look scruffy
Etymology
From scruff + -y, originally describing something flaky or unkempt-looking, like scurf on skin.
Full origin of scruffy →Frequently asked questions
What does “scruffy” mean?
The word “scruffy” means untidy or shabby in appearance. In plain terms, messy, unkempt, or shabby-looking.
How do you pronounce “scruffy”?
“Scruffy” is pronounced SKRUHF-ee (/ˈskɹʌf.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “scruffy” in a sentence?
Here is “scruffy” used in a sentence: “He showed up in a scruffy t-shirt and jeans.”
What part of speech is “scruffy”?
“Scruffy” is an adjective.
