chintzy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective of very poor quality; flimsy
  2. adjective embarrassingly stingy

Etymology

From chintz + -y, from Hindi छींट (chī̃ṭ).

Synonyms

bum, cheap, cheesy, crummy, punk, sleazy, tinny

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