frumpy
/'frʌmpiʃ/ Cách viết khác : (frumpy) /'frʌmpi/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Dressed in a dowdy, unfashionable, or unattractive way: Describes a person, especially a woman, whose clothing and overall appearance are considered old-fashioned, drab, or lacking in style.
- Primly out of date: Suggests a style that is not only unfashionable but also somewhat prudish or conservative in an unattractive way.
Usage
- The adjective "frumpy" is used to describe a person's appearance, typically in a critical or disapproving manner. It implies a lack of effort or awareness regarding current fashion trends.
- It is often applied to women but can be used for anyone. The tone can be mildly insulting.
Examples
- Adjective:
- She felt frumpy in her old, shapeless dress compared to the elegantly dressed guests.
- The character was portrayed as a frumpy, middle-aged librarian with thick glasses and a bun.
- He criticized the frumpy decor of the waiting room, with its faded floral curtains.
Advanced Usage
- "frumpish": A less common variant with the same meaning as "frumpy."
- She dismissed the outfit as hopelessly frumpish.
Variants and Related Words
- Frump (n): A person, especially a woman, who is considered frumpy.
- She was unfairly labeled a frump by her stylish colleagues.
- Frumpish (adj): Synonymous with "frumpy."
- Frumpiness (n): The quality or state of being frumpy.
- She was determined to overcome the frumpiness of her wardrobe.
Synonyms
- Dowdy: Unfashionable and dull in appearance.
- Drab: Lacking brightness or interest; drearily dull.
- Unfashionable: Not fashionable or popular at a particular time.
- Shapeless: Lacking a defined or attractive shape (often used for clothing).
Antonyms
- Stylish: Fashionably elegant and sophisticated.
- Chic: Elegantly and stylishly fashionable.
- Trendy: Very fashionable or up to date.
- Smart: Neat, trim, and stylish in appearance.
Adjective
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primly out of date
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nothing so frumpish as last year's gambling game
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