Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dudder
noun
/ˈdʌdər/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is dull or sluggish, often referring to an object that lacks vitality or excitement.
Examples
- The old watch was a real dudder; it barely worked and wasn’t worth fixing.
- Despite the colorful packaging, the product turned out to be a dudder and didn’t live up to expectations.
- His jokes were such dudders that nobody laughed.
Meaning
In informal contexts, ‘dudder’ can refer to a person or thing that is considered boring or uninteresting. It conveys a sense of disappointment or lack of engagement.
Synonyms
- drudgery
- failure
- bore
- letdown
- disappointment