Meaning & Definition of word "Plodding"
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Plodding
/ˈplɒdɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. A slow, heavy, and often laborious movement or activity.
- Example: Despite the plodding of their efforts, the team eventually completed the project.
adjective:
- 1. Slow-moving and unexciting, typically in a tedious or laborious manner.
- Example: The plodding pace of the documentary made it difficult to stay engaged.
- 2. Having a heavy or laborious manner.
- Example: His plodding attitude towards the project made the team lose motivation.
Etymology
Middle English 'plodden', possibly a blend of Middle Dutch 'plodden' or 'plod' and 'clod'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
plodding along:
To proceed in a slow and steady, but perhaps uninspired, manner.
plodding through:
To work through something, typically with much effort and little enjoyment.
Related Words
drudge:
Someone who does hard, menial, or monotonous work.
trudge:
To walk slowly and with heavy steps.
Slang Meanings of plodding
Meaning: Going at a snail's pace.
Example Sentence: Stop plodding, we're going to miss the movie!
Meaning: Dragging one's feet.
Example Sentence: Why are you plodding through that project? Get it done!