Exam: TOEFL

Definition: In a way that is very surprising or upsetting.

Example: The news was shockingly bad, leaving everyone in disbelief.

Definition: This word describes something that is of poor quality or made in a careless way. It is often used to talk about items that are not well made or are inferior.

Example: The shoddier products were quickly returned by customers.

Definition: This word describes something that is of very poor quality or made in a careless way.

Example: The shoddiest workmanship I have ever seen was on that old building.

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.

Definition: The quality of being poorly made or of low standard.

Example: The shoddiness of the furniture was evident in its weak construction and cheap materials.

Definition: Something that is of poor quality or made with inferior materials, often appearing cheap or poorly made.

Example: The furniture they sold was shoddy and fell apart after a few weeks.

Definition: Something that is of poor quality or made in a careless way.

Example: The furniture they sold was made of shoddy materials and fell apart quickly.

Definition: Describing something that is long and thin, or refers to having very little money or resources.

Example: They started their business on a shoestring budget, making the most of what they had.

Definition: A very small amount of money that is not enough for a larger project or business.

Example: They started their business on a shoestring budget, trying to keep costs as low as possible.

Definition: The system of government led by a shogun, who is a military leader in Japan.

Example: During the shogunate, Japan was ruled by powerful military leaders.

Definition: To move quickly or suddenly in a specific direction, or to throw something with force.

Example: The sun shot through the clouds, brightening the sky.

Definition: A new growth on a plant, such as a bud or young leaf, or a session where something is photographed or filmed.

Example: The photographer scheduled a shoot for the new fashion line.

Definition: To send something quickly through the air, often with force, or to waste something.

Example: He decided to shoot the basketball from the three-point line.

Definition: An event where someone is shot with a gun, or the activity of using a gun to hit a target.

Example: The shooting at the park caused a lot of panic among the visitors.

Definition: To fire a weapon or to take a photograph.

Example: He is shooting a video for his YouTube channel.