raggedy
word
Definition
Describes something old, worn out, and torn, like clothes or toys that look shabby and not cared for.
Usage & Nuances
"Raggedy" is informal and often describes clothes, dolls, or anything with frayed edges. Common in 'raggedy clothes' or 'Raggedy Ann' (a famous doll). Not used for people unless talking about their clothes or appearance. More casual than 'ragged'.
Spanish: andrajoso - desgastadoPortuguese (BR): andrajoso - esfarrapadoPortuguese (PT): andrajoso - esfarrapadoChinese (Simplified): 破破烂烂的 - 邋遢的Chinese (Traditional): 破破爛爛的 - 邋遢的Hindi: फटा-पुराना - जर्जरArabic: رث - مهترئBengali: ছেঁড়া-ফাটা - জীর্ণশীর্ণRussian: ободранный - потрёпанныйJapanese: ぼろぼろのVietnamese: rách rưới - sờn ráchKorean: 낡고 헤진Turkish: pırtık - yırtık pırtıkUrdu: پھٹا ہوا - بوسیدہIndonesian: lusuh - compang-camping
Example Sentences
He gave me a raggedy piece of paper.
basic
The boy wore a raggedy old hat.
basic
Her doll looks very raggedy now.
basic
My favorite sweater is a bit raggedy, but I still wear it all the time.
natural
After playing outside all day, the kids came home looking totally raggedy.
natural
That stray dog is so raggedy, but it has the sweetest eyes.
natural