Scraggy

usgb/ˈskræɡi/
adjective

Thin, lean, or emaciated, with loose or hanging flesh or fat.

He had a scraggy beard and looked malnourished.
Visual representation of "scraggy" - Thin, lean, or emaciated, with loose or hanging flesh or fat.

Often appears as...

  • scraggy face
  • scraggy body
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Visual representation of "scraggy"
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Physical Appearance

Refers to someone looking unhealthily thin, often with skin not tight to the body.

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After his long journey, Jack appeared scraggy and weak.
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Negative Connotation

Used to describe people or animals, it may imply poor health or neglect.

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The scraggy stray dog wandered the streets in search of food.
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Not for Formal Use

Considered informal, it’s best used in casual conversation or creative writing.

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His scraggy appearance added to the character's portrayal as an outcast.
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