ropy

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective of or resembling rope (or ropes) in being long and strong
  2. adjective forming viscous or glutinous threads
  3. adjective (British informal) very poor in quality

Etymology

From Middle English ropy, from Middle English rop + -y, equivalent to rope + -y.

Synonyms

ropey

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