Shoddy (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

adjective, shod·di·er, shod·di·est.
  1. of poor quality or inferior workmanship: a shoddy bookcase.
  2. intentionally rude or inconsiderate; shabby: shoddy behavior.
noun, plural shod·dies.
  1. a fibrous material obtained by shredding unfelted rags or waste.
  2. anything inferior, especially a handmade item or manufactured product.
adjective -dier or -diest
  1. imitating something of better quality
  2. of poor quality; trashy
  3. made of shoddy material
noun plural -dies
  1. a yarn or fabric made from wool waste or clippings
  2. anything of inferior quality that is designed to simulate superior quality
Shoddy (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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