Definition

In a way that is of poor quality or done carelessly, often resulting in unsatisfactory results.

Example

The furniture was assembled shoddily, with loose screws and uneven legs.

Conversation

Did you see how they built that new playground?

Yeah, it looks like they did it shoddily.

I hope the kids don't get hurt playing there.

Right? It's frustrating when things are made so poorly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shoddily → The word is derived from 'shoddy' (meaning of poor quality, originally referring to a type of cheap wool) and the suffix '-ly' (meaning in a manner of). Thus, 'shoddily' means in a manner that is of poor quality or carelessly done.

Memory Tip

Think of 'shoddy' as something that is of poor quality, and remember that 'shoddily' means doing something in a poor or careless way.

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