Chavvy

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃævi/

Definitions of chavvy

adjective relating to or characteristic of a stereotypical working-class youth, typically characterized by wearing designer labels and engaging in antisocial behavior

Example Sentences

A1 She wore chavvy clothes to the party.

A2 The music playing in the club was a bit chavvy for my taste.

B1 The neighborhood had a reputation for being a bit chavvy.

B2 I found the decor in the restaurant to be a bit chavvy, but the food was excellent.

C1 The film was criticized for its chavvy portrayal of working-class life.

C2 Some people consider reality TV shows to be chavvy entertainment.

Examples of chavvy in a Sentence

formal The neighborhood was known for its chavvy residents who often caused disturbances.

informal I saw a group of chavvy teenagers hanging out at the park.

slang She's always dressed in such a chavvy way.

figurative The restaurant had a chavvy atmosphere with loud music and flashy decor.

Grammatical Forms of chavvy

• past tense: chavvied
• plural: chavvies
• comparative: more chavvy
• superlative: most chavvy
• present tense: chavvies
• future tense: will chavvy
• perfect tense: have chavvied
• continuous tense: is chavvying
• singular: chavvy
• positive degree: chavvy
• infinitive: to chavvy
• gerund: chavvying
• participle: chavvied

Origin and Evolution of chavvy

First Known Use: 2000 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'chavvy' is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, particularly in the early 2000s.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a derogatory term to describe a young person, typically from a working-class background, who dresses in a flashy and often tasteless way, the term has evolved to encompass a broader stereotype of anti-social behavior and lack of manners.