Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sloppy work

noun
/ˈsläpi wərk/
Definition
Careless or untidy work that lacks precision or attention to detail.
Examples
  • His report was filled with sloppy work, making it difficult to understand his main points.
  • She lost the contract because of her sloppy work on the project.
  • It’s important to avoid sloppy work, especially in professional settings.
Meaning
Sloppy work refers to tasks or job performance that is done in a hasty or negligent manner, often resulting in poor quality or errors.
Synonyms
  • careless work
  • shoddy work
  • negligent work
  • messy work
  • hasty work