ratty (Meaning)

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ratty (a)

of or characteristic of rats

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showing signs of wear and tear

dirty and infested with rats

The old, ratty couch was a relic from the past, its upholstery torn and threadbare.
The ratty carpet was covered in stains and pet hair, making the room seem unkempt.
Emily wore a ratty sweater to the library, not caring about its unsightly appearance.
The ratty backpack was falling apart at the seams, its zippers barely functional.
The ratty car rattled and sputtered as it limped down the road.
The ratty book had yellowed pages and a torn cover, but it was still filled with interesting stories.
The ratty curtains blocked out the sunlight, creating a dim and dreary atmosphere in the room.
The ratty toy had been chewed on and played with by countless children, but it was still a beloved possession.
The ratty old house needed a fresh coat of paint and some TLC to restore its former glory.
The ratty apartment was small and cluttered, but it was home to a family who loved it despite its imperfections.

of or characteristic of rats, showing signs of wear and tear, dirty and infested with rats

neglected,dilapidated, down-at-the-heels, scrubby, tacky, down-at-heel, grungy, dog-eared, tatty, shabby

new, kept-up, fresh, maintained, kept-up, fresh, brand-new, new, brand-new, maintained

The old, ratty couch was a relic from the past, its upholstery torn and threadbare.

The ratty carpet was covered in stains and pet hair, making the room seem unkempt.

Emily wore a ratty sweater to the library, not caring about its unsightly appearance.

The ratty backpack was falling apart at the seams, its zippers barely functional.