shoddy 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of shoddynext
1
as in poor
of low quality shoddy merchandise that soon fell to pieces

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2
as in notorious
not respectable a waterfront area filled with shoddy saloons, tattoo parlors, and houses of prostitution

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shoddy

2 of 2

noun

as in synthetic

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Recent Examples of shoddy
Adjective
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Detroit Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping New York Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 Most resort to mobile air conditioners, generally shoddy products sold to people on the eve of a heat wave. — Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 27 June 2026 With fewer inspections required for skydiving planes than most commercial aviation, Robb argues the temptation is great for operators to use substandard equipment or make shoddy repairs. — Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 15 June 2026 Creating an effect that would look homemade — shoddy, even — was initially unthinkable for Vickers. — Carita Rizzo, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoddy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoddy
  1. poor
  2. notorious
  3. synthetic
  4. terrible
  5. infamous
  6. simulation
  7. cheap
  8. shady
Adjective
  • The petition argues Mays’ language during the trial revealed something deeper than a poor defense strategy — a worldview that dehumanized the man he was supposed to defend.
    — Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
  • There remains work to be done, as evidenced by their poor showing in last Thursday’s 41-17 preseason loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
    — Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of poor
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  • Local media reported that the executions took place in the notorious Qarnada military prison in the northeastern town of Shahat, and that their families were notified to receive their bodies from a hospital in the city of Benghazi.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • In a country where men dominate positions of power in business and government, boozy business dinners are notorious for putting female employees in risky positions.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of notorious
Noun
  • As a foundational capability for biological risk management, the United States needs a nationwide monitoring system that can provide early warning of emerging pathogens, whether naturally occurring or synthetic.
    — Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Ippolito’s tip is to go with high quality synthetic fibers and wool-synthetic fiber blends.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026
Definition of synthetic
Adjective
  • That is not saying that her kids are terrible, lazy, ugly, addicted to TikTok, or caught shoplifting at Brandy Melville.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The arena isn’t terrible but is below average by NHL standards.
    — Josh Yohe, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of terrible
Adjective
  • Your guide will teach you about the origins of Prohibition and tell stories of infamous bootleggers.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Since that infamous year, homicide deaths, for the most part, have slowly decreased, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention WONDER data.
    — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of infamous
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  • That impression is likely based on the overall performance, not necessarily the opening drive, which was a closer simulation of a regular-season game.
    — Sam Warren, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • New Connected App-Simulator Experience Full Swing, the golf simulation and performance technology company recently bought by Versant, announced a major software update that connects the Full Swing App and the Simulator experience.
    — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of simulation
Adjective
  • Brands like Slate and Ford are betting cheaper, smaller electric trucks can attract buyers priced out of larger pickups.
    — Beth Livesay, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Beyond removing the psychological and practical barrier of injections, oral formulations are not reliant on syringes or refrigeration and are cheaper to manufacture.
    — Perdita Nouril, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cheap
Adjective
  • While this feature never got implemented, a Phia spokesperson told Bloomberg, Kianni was in support of the cookie stuffing practices, and encouraged team members to implement shady practices.
    — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Santa Margarita River Trail Looking for a shady spring or summertime hike?
    — Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
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“Shoddy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoddy. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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