ropey

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Adjective ropey has 2 senses

ropy, ropey, stringy, thready - forming viscous or glutinous threads
Antonym: thin (indirect, via thick)
ropey, ropy - (British informal) very poor in quality; "ropey food"; "a ropey performance"
Antonym: superior (indirect, via inferior)

Definitions from the Web

Ropey

Definition

adjective

1. Having the texture or appearance of a rope; rough or threadbare.

2. Of poor or questionable quality; inferior or unsatisfactory.

3. Informal. Unwell or sickly in appearance or condition.

Sample Sentences

1. The old, ropey blanket provided little comfort on the chilly night.

2. The novel received a ropey review from critics.

3. He was feeling ropey after eating the spoiled food.

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