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Shabby

usgb/ˈʃæbi/Volume
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Physical Condition

Use 'shabby' to describe objects that look battered due to age or neglect, hinting at a poor state.

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The shabby teddy bear had lost one eye.
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Not Always Negative

'Shabby' can have a vintage charm in some contexts, implying treasured but worn possessions.

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She loved the shabby chic decor of the cafe.
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Economic Status

Describing someone as 'shabby' may unintentionally suggest they have financial difficulties.

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His shabby attire made people assume he was unemployed.
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