lousy

/ˈlaʊ.zi/

LAƱ · zi (2 syllables)

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Definition

Remarkably bad; of poor quality.

Etymology

From Middle English lousy, lowsy, lousi, equivalent to louse + -y.

Example Sentences

  • "No offense, but his cooking is lousy."
  • "I cleaned the lousy garage."
  • "I caught a cold and I've been feeling lousy all week."
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