Definition

In a way that is not detailed or complete, often providing only the main points or outlines.

Example

The report was sketchily written, lacking important details.

Conversation

Did you see how he drew that sketchily on the board?

Yeah, it was so quick and rough, but I got the idea.

I guess sometimes a sketchily done drawing can still convey a lot.

Definitely! It's all about the main points, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sketchily → It is formed from "sketch" (from Dutch *schets*, meaning a rough drawing) and "-ily" (meaning in a manner). The word "sketchily" means in a manner that is rough or not detailed, akin to a quick drawing.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sketch' as a rough drawing, and remember that 'sketchily' means doing something in a rough or incomplete way.

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