dowdily

• Наречие, означающее «неопрятно, безвкусно или старомодно» — то есть таким образом, который лишён элегантности, опрятности или современной привлекательности.

An adverb meaning "in a dowdy manner" — that is, in a way that is unfashionable, shabby, or drab in appearance. It describes actions or styles that lack elegance, neatness, or modern appeal.

1. In an unfashionable or shabby mannerC1formal

   In a way that is not stylish, attractive, or modern; often appearing dull or old-fashioned.

   Немодно

   • She was dressed dowdily in a shapeless grey dress.
   • He walked dowdily into the room, his clothes wrinkled and outdated.
   • The actress was criticized for appearing dowdily at the premiere.

   Синонимыdrablyfrumpilyshabbilyunfashionably

   Антонимыfashionablymodishlysmartlystylishly