adj

raggedy

RA-gih-dee

Raggedy (adj) means Torn, tattered, or shabby-looking (informal). Example: “The doll had a raggedy old dress and one missing button eye.”

adj

Torn, tattered, or shabby-looking (informal).

"The doll had a raggedy old dress and one missing button eye."

How to use raggedy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA softer, more casual way of saying "ragged" or "tattered."

When to use it

Informal; often used affectionately, especially about clothes or toys.

raggedier comparative, raggediest superlative

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Formed from "ragged" plus the informal ending "-y."

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What does “raggedy” mean?

The word “raggedy” means torn, tattered, or shabby-looking (informal). In plain terms, a softer, more casual way of saying "ragged" or "tattered.".

How do you pronounce “raggedy”?

“Raggedy” is pronounced RA-gih-dee (/ˈɹæɡɪdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “raggedy” in a sentence?

Here is “raggedy” used in a sentence: “The doll had a raggedy old dress and one missing button eye.”

What part of speech is “raggedy”?

“Raggedy” is an adjective.