Definition

In a way that is done poorly or in a careless manner.

Example

The room was decorated shabbily, with peeling paint and old furniture.

Conversation

Did you see how that movie was made?

Yeah, it seemed a bit shabbily produced for such a big budget.

I know, right? I expected much better quality.

Same here! It felt like they rushed it or something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shabbily → The word is derived from 'shabby' (from Middle English *shabbe*, meaning worn out or ragged) and the suffix '-ly' (meaning in a manner of). Thus, 'shabbily' means in a manner that is worn out or ragged.

Memory Tip

Think of something that looks 'worn out' ('shabby') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'shabbily' describes something done in a worn-out way.

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