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shoddy

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2 syllables
6 characters
English (US)
2syllables

shoddy

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shoddy is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, shoddy is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofshoddy

1noun
  • A low-grade cloth made from by-products of wool processing, or from recycled wool.
  • Worthless goods.
  • Vulgar pretence or sham.
1adjective
  • Of poor quality or construction

    Example: "Do not settle for shoddy knives if you are serious about cooking."

  • Pretentious, sham, counterfeit
  • Ambitious by reason of newly-acquired wealth; nouveau riche

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