Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
raggedy
adjective
/ˈræɡ.ɪ.di/
Definition
Tattered or torn; having an unkempt appearance.
Examples
- The child’s raggedy clothes were a sign of their difficult circumstances.
- She found a raggedy old book on the shelf, its pages yellowed with age.
- He wore a raggedy hat that seemed to have seen better days.
Meaning
The term ‘raggedy’ describes something that is worn out, frayed, or in poor condition, often giving an impression of neglect or disarray.
Synonyms
- tattered
- shabby
- frayed
- worn
- unkempt
