Definition

Relating to writing that is dull, unoriginal, or done for pay without much care or creativity.

Example

The article was filled with hack writing that failed to engage the readers.

Conversation

Did you read that article about the new writer?

Yeah, I did. It felt a bit too hack for my taste.

I agree, it lacked originality and depth.

Exactly! Sometimes it seems like there's a lot of hack content out there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cough in a rough or harsh manner, often repeatedly.

Example

He started to hack loudly during the meeting, interrupting everyone.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how cool it would be to hack a game?

That sounds interesting, but I wouldn't know where to start!

Yeah, I guess it takes a lot of skill to hack properly.

Definition

A rough cut or blow made by chopping or hacking, often used to describe a type of horse or a vehicle for hire.

Example

He took a hack at the tree with his axe.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud hack from the back of the room?

Yeah, it sounded pretty rough, like someone was really struggling.

I wonder if they’re okay or just have a bad cough.

Definition

To cut or chop something with repeated blows, often in a rough or irregular manner, or to alter a computer program in a way that changes its function.

Example

He hacked the old tree down to make space for a new garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about how he hacked that game to get unlimited lives?

Yeah, that's crazy! I can't believe he figured that out.

I wonder if I could hack my phone to get some extra features.

Root Explanation

Hack → The word 'hack' originates from Middle English 'hakken', meaning to cut or chop. It refers to the action of cutting or chopping something, often in a rough or irregular manner.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'cutting' or 'chopping' — that's why 'hack' means to cut something in a rough way.

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