Definitions

shoddy

[shod-ee] / ˈʃɒd i /

ADJECTIVE

in bad shape

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inferior run down shabby shameful

STRONG

base common gaudy junky makeshift mean plastic poor sad

WEAK

broken-down cheap cheesy dilapidated dingy discreditable disgraceful dishonorable disreputable ignominious inglorious not up to snuff paltry pretentious scruffy second-rate seedy shady sleazy slipshod tacky tawdry trashy unrespectable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

good respectable

STRONG

noble refined sophisticated superior

WEAK

fine nice

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Shoddy tackling played a large role in Seattle falling quickly behind Pittsburgh 14-0 Saturday in an eventual 32-25 loss.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 17, 2022

Shoddy ones can actually cause harm — never mind failing to heal the sick.

From New York Times • Feb. 4, 2019

Shoddy tracks and a lack of modern signaling equipment are often blamed for accidents.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2016

Shoddy roads and public transport have dire effects in big cities.

From Economist • Jun. 25, 2015

Old Shoddy sits in his easy-chair, And cracks his jokes and drinks his ale, Dumb to the shivering soldier's prayer, Deaf to the widows' and orphans' wail.

From The Continental Monthly, Vol. 2 No 4, October, 1862 Devoted To Literature And National Policy by Various

Vocabulary lists containing shoddy

Oh, No! Synonyms for "Bad"

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Pygmalion

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

The Darkest Minds

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!