Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scraggly
adjective
/ˈskræɡli/
Definition
Having an uneven or ragged appearance, often characterized by thin or unkempt hair or foliage.
Examples
- The scraggly dog looked like it hadn’t been groomed in months.
- She wore a scraggly sweater that hung loosely from her shoulders.
- The scraggly tree stood alone on the hillside, its branches stretching out awkwardly.
Meaning
Scraggly describes something that looks untidy or disheveled, often due to being thin, sparse, or in poor condition.
Synonyms
- shabby
- unkempt
- ragged
- disheveled
- messy
