shabbiness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a lack of elegance as a consequence of wearing threadbare or dirty clothing
  2. noun an unjust act

Etymology

From shabby + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

seediness, manginess, sleaziness

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