Amateurish Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes something done by someone without much skill or experience; it looks or feels unprofessional.
Usage & Nuances
Usually negative, suggesting a lack of polish, skill, or quality. Not the same as 'amateur' (person); 'amateurish' describes the quality of work. Common collocations: 'amateurish effort', 'amateurish performance', 'looks amateurish'.
Example Sentences
His painting looked very amateurish compared to the others.
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The movie was fun, but some parts were a bit amateurish.
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Her amateurish speech made the audience lose interest.
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The website looks kind of amateurish—I wouldn't trust it with my personal info.
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Their amateurish attempt at comedy made everyone groan instead of laugh.
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You can always tell when something is done in an amateurish way—they miss all the small details.
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