sloppiness

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the wetness of ground that is covered or soaked with water
  2. noun a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for
  3. noun the quality of not being careful or taking pains

Etymology

From sloppy + -ness.

In classic literature

Synonyms

wateriness, muddiness

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