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frumpishly

/ˈfrʌm.pɪʃ.li/

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adverb

/ˈfrʌm.pɪʃ.li/C2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «в старомодной, неопрятной или безвкусно одетой манере». Описывает поведение или внешность, которые являются чопорными, скучными или лишёнными стиля, часто ассоциирующимися с консервативным или матронистым видом.

An adverb meaning "in a dowdy, old-fashioned, or unfashionably dressed manner." It describes behavior or appearance that is prim, dull, or lacking in style, often associated with a conservative or matronly look.

  1. In a dowdy, unfashionable mannerC2formal

    In a way that is old-fashioned, drab, or lacking style, often referring to clothing or appearance.

    ruНемодно, старомодно

    • She dressed frumpishly for the party, wearing a shapeless cardigan and a long, faded skirt.
    • He arrived frumpishly, his suit clearly from a decade ago and his tie askew.
    • The actress was criticized for appearing frumpishly on the red carpet, ignoring modern fashion trends.

    Synonymsdowdilydrablyshabbilyunfashionably

    Antonymsfashionablymodishlysmartlystylishly

Forms
  • more frumpishly comparative form
  • most frumpishly superlative form