What does ROPEY mean?

Here is the result: ropey

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Of poor quality; unsatisfactory or unpleasant. (US Pronunciation: /ˈroʊ.pi/; UK Pronunciation: /ˈrəʊ.pi/)

Origin and Usage: The origin of "ropey" is uncertain. It is believed to have originated in the UK around the 19th century. It is commonly used in informal contexts to describe something that is of poor quality or unpleasant.

Synonyms: Inferior, substandard, poor, bad, mediocre, unsatisfactory, unacceptable.

Related Words: Copay, dopey, guppy, happy, jumpy.

Example Sentences:

• The food was a bit ropey.
• The movie was ropey, but it had a good ending.
• The weather looks a bit ropey, so bring an umbrella.