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patchy

patch·y

patchy

 
pronunciation:
pae chi
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
inflections: patchier, patchiest
definition 1: made up of, occurring in, or marked by patches.
patchy sunshine in a forestpatchy trousers
similar words:
checkered, dappled, variegated
definition 2: uneven or inconsistent in quality.
patchy writing
synonyms:
spotty, uneven
antonyms:
uniform
similar words:
checkered, choppy, erratic, fitful, inconsistent, intermittent, irregular, motley
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derivations: patchily (adv.), patchiness (n.)