Definition

The quality of being unclear, incomplete, or not fully developed.

Example

The sketchiness of the report made it difficult to trust the findings.

Conversation

Have you noticed any sketchiness about that new restaurant in town?

Yeah, I heard some weird stories about their health inspections.

Exactly! It just feels off, like something isn't right.

I think I'll wait until they get better reviews before trying it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sketchiness → It is formed from "sketch" (from Dutch *schets*, meaning a rough drawing) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "sketchiness" refers to the quality of being rough or incomplete, like a sketch.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'rough drawing' ('sketch') and how the '-iness' indicates a quality. This helps you remember that 'sketchiness' means the quality of being rough or incomplete.

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