CEFR B2

sloppy

adjective

Meaning

Showing a lack of care, neatness, or attention; done carelessly or without proper attention.

Examples

His handwriting was so sloppy that it was difficult to read.
The team's sloppy defense allowed the other side to score easily.

Synonyms: careless, untidy, haphazard, negligent, perfunctory

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sloppy (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈslɒpi/

Definition

Showing a lack of care, neatness, or attention; done carelessly or without proper attention.

Examples

His handwriting was so sloppy that it was difficult to read.
The team's sloppy defense allowed the other side to score easily.
I apologize for the sloppy presentation; I ran out of time to proofread it.

How to Use sloppy

sloppy with (prepositional phrase): Showing a lack of care or attention in relation to a specific task or area. — "He was sloppy with his money, often overspending."
sloppy about (prepositional phrase): Showing a lack of care or attention regarding a particular subject or thing. — "She's very sloppy about keeping her room tidy."

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