Meaning & Definition of word "Shoddy"

Shoddy

/ˈʃɒdi/

noun:

  • 1. Cheap, low-quality material or goods.
    • Example: The store was full of shoddy that nobody wanted to buy.

adjective:

  • 1. Of poor quality; inferior or substandard.
    • Example: The contractor used shoddy materials to build the house, leading to numerous repairs.
  • 2. Characterized by a lack of attention to detail; carelessly made.
    • Example: The shoddy workmanship on the furniture was evident in its uneven joints.
  • 3. Disreputable or dishonorable in nature.
    • Example: He was criticized for his shoddy business practices that cheated customers.

Etymology

Originally used to describe a type of wool, shoddy became associated with poor quality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shoddy workmanship:

Inferior quality in terms of labor or construction.

shoddy deal:

A transaction that is seen as unfair or of low quality.

shoddy goods:

Products that are poorly made and of low quality.

Related Words

junk:

Trash or worthless items.

fake:

Not genuine; to be a counterfeit or imitation.

Slang Meanings of shoddy

Meaning: Substandard quality.

Example Sentence: This phone is so shoddy; it freezes all the time.

Meaning: A person who cuts corners.

Example Sentence: Don’t trust him; he’s known for being shoddy with his work.