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ropy ()

adjective ropi·er, ropi·est

  1. forming sticky, stringy threads, as some liquids do; glutinous
  2. like a rope or ropes
  3. Brit., Slang
    1. bad, poor, inferior, etc.
    2. somewhat unwell

ropy Related Forms
ropi·ness noun
ropy Synonyms

ropy

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ropy Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • rather: The only thing which lets The Gambler down is the rather ropy dialog, which seems very thoughtlessly constructed at times.

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  8. rootstock
  9. rootlet
  10. rootless
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