scraggly Meaning & Definition
/ˈskɹæɡ(ə)li/
What Does Scraggly Mean?
Scraggly is an adjective that means Rough, scruffy, or unkempt. It is also used to mean Jagged or uneven; scraggy.
Word Facts for Scraggly
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈskɹæɡ(ə)li// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | untidy |
| Comparative / superlative | scragglier, scraggliest |
Scraggly Definition (Adjective)
- Rough, scruffy, or unkempt.
- Jagged or uneven; scraggy.
Synonyms of Scraggly
Scraggly synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Scraggly
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Scraggly in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
scraggly (comparative scragglier, superlative scraggliest)
Words That Rhyme With Scraggly
Origin of Scraggly
As if from a verb *scraggle (in turn from scrag). Equivalent to scrag + -le + -ly.
How Do You Say Scraggly?
The standard pronunciation of scraggly is //ˈskɹæɡ(ə)li//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Scraggly
What part of speech is scraggly?
Scraggly is an adjective.
What is another word for scraggly?
Close synonyms of scraggly are untidy. See the full list of scraggly synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of scraggly?
The comparative form is scragglier and the superlative form is scraggliest.