Crappy

/ˈkræpi/ adjective

Definition

Of poor quality; disappointing or unpleasant; informal word meaning bad or unsatisfactory.

Etymology

From 'crap' (feces or junk), which may derive from Dutch 'krappen' (to pluck or cut) or Latin 'crappa.' The '-y' suffix makes it an adjective. Became common slang in the 20th century.

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The word 'crappy' is interesting because despite being considered vulgar or informal, it's so useful that it's used everywhere—showing how sometimes the most colorful, rule-breaking words become the most useful in everyday speech.

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