Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blowsy

Adjective
/ˈblaʊ.zi/
Definition
Having a disheveled or untidy appearance; coarse, unkempt, or unrefined.
Examples
  • After a long day, she looked blowsy and in need of a good rest.
  • The blowsy flowers in the garden gave it a wild and carefree look.
  • He wore a blowsy shirt that had seen better days at the beach party.
Meaning
The term ‘blowsy’ is often used to describe someone, especially a woman, who looks somewhat messy or out of order, sometimes due to being overly relaxed or informal in appearance.
Synonyms
  • Untidy
  • Sloppy
  • Disheveled
  • Messy
  • Ruffled