Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quaggy

Adjective

/ˈkwɒɡi/

Definition

Soft and boggy; marshy or swampy, often used to describe land or ground.

Examples

The hikers struggled to traverse the quaggy terrain, sinking into the mud with each step.
After the heavy rainfall, the field became quaggy, making it unsuitable for planting.
The quaggy land was teeming with wildlife, attracting birds and frogs.

Meaning

The term ‘quaggy’ refers to a state of wetness that makes an area soft and unstable, similar to a bog or swamp. It evokes images of muddy, marshy ground that is difficult to walk on.