ruddy
word
Definition
Having a reddish or rosy color, especially when describing someone's skin. "Ruddy" can also be used in British English as a mild expletive, similar to "bloody."
Usage & Nuances
Mostly descriptive for healthy, reddish skin (e.g., 'ruddy cheeks'); somewhat old-fashioned and more common in British English. As a mild expletive, 'ruddy' replaces 'bloody' in phrases like 'ruddy mess'. Rarely used in American English.
Spanish: sonrosado - rojizoPortuguese (BR): avermelhado - coradoPortuguese (PT): avermelhado - rosadoChinese (Simplified): 红润的 - 微红的Chinese (Traditional): 紅潤的 - 微紅的Hindi: लालिमा लिए हुए - गुलाबीArabic: مُحمرّ - وردي
Example Sentences
Her face looked ruddy and healthy.
basic
He has ruddy cheeks from walking in the cold.
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The farmer’s skin was ruddy from the sun.
basic
You’ve made a ruddy mess of the kitchen!
natural
His ruddy face stood out in the crowd.
natural
“It’s a ruddy shame we missed the show,” she sighed.
natural