Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shaggier

Adjective

/ˈʃæɡ.i.ər/

Definition

Having a rough, tangled, or unkempt appearance, particularly in reference to hair or fur.

Examples

The dog looked even shaggier after a long day playing in the park.
Her shaggier hairstyle gave her a carefree, bohemian look.
As winter approached, the once neatly groomed sheep appeared shaggier than before.

Meaning

The term ‘shaggier’ is the comparative form of ‘shaggy’, describing something that is more disheveled or having more length and volume than something else. It often applies to animals or people with untrimmed hair or fur.