Ropy

Pronunciation: /ˈroʊpi/

Definitions of ropy

adjective having a thick, viscous, or stringy consistency

Example Sentences

A1 The old rope was ropy and frayed.

A2 The texture of the soup was ropy and unappetizing.

B1 The quality of the material used in the construction was ropy, leading to frequent repairs.

B2 The relationship between the two countries had a ropy history, with periods of tension and cooperation.

C1 The ropy consistency of the glue made it difficult to work with.

C2 The negotiations between the two parties were ropy, with both sides struggling to find common ground.

Examples of ropy in a Sentence

formal The consistency of the glue was ropy, making it difficult to spread evenly.

informal The sauce looked a bit ropy, but it still tasted good.

slang I can't believe you're still using that old ropy phone, get an upgrade already!

figurative The relationship between the two countries has been ropy for years, with tensions always simmering beneath the surface.

Grammatical Forms of ropy

• past tense: roped
• plural: ropies
• comparative: ropier
• superlative: ropiest
• present tense: rope
• future tense: will rope
• perfect tense: have roped
• continuous tense: is roping
• singular: ropy
• positive degree: ropy
• infinitive: rope
• gerund: roping
• participle: roped

Origin and Evolution of ropy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'ropy' originated from the Old English word 'rāp', meaning rope or cord.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ropy' evolved to describe something that is thick and viscous, resembling a rope or cord in texture. It is often used to describe substances like liquids or food that have a stringy or slimy consistency.