Definition

Having more spots or marks than something else; used to describe something that is uneven or irregular in appearance.

Example

The spottier dog stood out among the others at the park.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how the weather has been getting spottier lately?

Yeah, it's like one minute it's sunny and the next it's pouring rain.

I prefer it when it's more consistent, not so spottier.

Same here, it makes planning outdoor activities so much harder.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spottier → It is formed from "spot" (from Old English "spt", meaning a mark or stain) and the suffix "-ier" (indicating a comparative form). The word "spottier" means having more spots or marks than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'spot' as a mark or stain, and remember that 'spottier' means having more of those marks.

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