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.”
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Torn, tattered, or shabby-looking (informal).
"The doll had a raggedy old dress and one missing button eye."
How to use raggedy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA softer, more casual way of saying "ragged" or "tattered."
When to use it
Informal; often used affectionately, especially about clothes or toys.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- raggedier
- Superlative
- raggediest
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The doll had a _____ old dress and one missing button eye.
Etymology
Formed from "ragged" plus the informal ending "-y."
Rhymes for raggedy
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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.
