Simple Definition of shoddy

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shoddy

adjective

shoddier; shoddiest
: poorly done or made
shoddy work/workmanship/furniture/goods
They gave a shoddy performance.
shoddy journalism

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“Shoddy.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/shoddy. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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