Meaning & use

slouchy

adjective·Everyday

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Having a drooping, loose, or lazy posture or shape.

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His slouchy posture at the desk led to constant back pain.

The store sells oversized, slouchy sweaters for a relaxed look.

A note on using this word

Slouchy describes both a person's posture and a loose, casual style of clothing, such as a 'slouchy hat' or 'slouchy boots.'

Words with a similar meaning

droopysloppy

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Words with an opposite meaning

uprighttrim

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