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Shabbiness

Description:

Shabbiness refers to the state or quality of being in poor condition, worn-out, or showing signs of neglect. It can refer to physical appearances, living conditions, or behavior.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun:
1. The condition of being frayed or tattered, especially in clothing or fabric.

"The shabbiness of her old coat was evident as the threads continued to unravel."



2. The state of being dirty, unkempt, or showing signs of neglect.

"The hotel's shabbiness became apparent when we noticed the peeling wallpaper and stained carpets."



3. The poor or inferior quality of something.

"The shabbiness of the product was reflected in its flimsy construction and lack of durability."



2. Adjective:
1. Having a worn or dilapidated appearance.

"She lived in a shabby old house with a shabbiness that matched her own clothes."



2. Poorly done or executed; lacking in quality or elegance.

"The painting's shabbiness was evident in its amateurish brushstrokes and careless composition."



3. Showing signs of neglect or disrepair.

"The playground equipment had a shabbiness that made it clear it hadn't been maintained for years."

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