Plodder

Pronunciation: /ˈplɒdər/

Definitions of plodder

noun a person who moves or progresses slowly or with effort

Example Sentences

A1 The plodder slowly made his way through the muddy field.

A2 The plodder struggled to keep up with the faster hikers on the trail.

B1 The plodder may not be the quickest, but they always finish the race.

B2 Despite being labeled a plodder, she surprised everyone by winning the marathon.

C1 The plodder's perseverance and determination led them to achieve their goals.

C2 The plodder's steady pace and consistent effort earned them respect among their peers.

Examples of plodder in a Sentence

formal The plodder diligently worked through each task, ensuring accuracy and precision.

informal He's not the fastest worker, but he's a reliable plodder who gets the job done.

slang Don't be such a plodder, pick up the pace and finish the project on time.

figurative In the race of life, he may be a plodder but he always reaches the finish line.

Grammatical Forms of plodder

• past tense: plodded
• plural: plodders
• comparative: more plodding
• superlative: most plodding
• present tense: plods
• future tense: will plod
• perfect tense: have plodded
• continuous tense: is plodding
• singular: plodder
• positive degree: plodder
• infinitive: to plod
• gerund: plodding
• participle: plodding

Origin and Evolution of plodder

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'plodder' originated from the Middle English word 'plodden', which meant to trudge or walk heavily.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'plodder' has evolved to refer to someone who moves or progresses slowly and laboriously, often lacking enthusiasm or creativity in their work.