scraggly

[skrag-lee]

scraggly Definition

  • 1thin and rough in texture or appearance
  • 2unkempt or untidy in appearance

Using scraggly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scraggly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The scraggly bushes were in dire need of pruning.

  • Example

    He had a scraggly beard that made him look unkempt.

  • Example

    The dog's fur was scraggly and matted.

  • Example

    The scraggly tree barely had any leaves left.

scraggly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scraggly

Antonyms for scraggly

  • neat
  • tidy
  • well-groomed

Phrases with scraggly

  • hair that is thin, rough, and unkempt in appearance

    Example

    She woke up with scraggly hair after sleeping with wet hair.

  • a beard that is thin, rough, and unkempt in appearance

    Example

    He grew a scraggly beard during quarantine.

  • scraggly clothes

    clothes that are unkempt, worn out, or in poor condition

    Example

    He showed up to the interview wearing scraggly clothes and was not hired.

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Summary: scraggly in Brief

The term 'scraggly' [skrag-lee] refers to something that is thin and rough in texture or appearance, or unkempt and untidy in appearance. It can be used to describe anything from bushes and trees to hair and clothing. Examples include 'The scraggly bushes were in dire need of pruning.' and 'He had a scraggly beard that made him look unkempt.' Synonyms include 'scruffy' and 'shaggy,' while antonyms include 'neat' and 'tidy.'