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baddish

American  
[bad-ish] / ˈbæd ɪʃ /

adjective

  1. rather bad; not very good.

Etymology

Origin of baddish

First recorded in 1745–55; bad 1 + -ish 1

Example Sentences

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I was prepared for baddish news, but not for it to be delivered so swiftly and decisively.

From Slate • Oct. 13, 2021

On the other hand, one did not say "bad" for anything serious, but with comical moderation "baddish."

From Absalom's Hair by Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne

"So 'tis, with 'Flucker, the baddish boy,' in tow, as large as life," added another, with a pleasant laugh as he turned to look.

From A Garland for Girls by Alcott, Louisa May

I am just up from a baddish attack of Rock-fever.

From The Red Rat's Daughter by Boothby, Guy

For three days I had a baddish time.

From The Moon Endureth: Tales and Fancies by Buchan, John

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