Pronunciation: /ˈrʌdi/
adjective having a healthy red color, typically from being sunburned or flushed with embarrassment
A1 The ruddy apple was juicy and delicious.
A2 She had a ruddy complexion from spending time outdoors.
B1 The ruddy glow of the sunset painted the sky in shades of pink and orange.
B2 His ruddy cheeks betrayed his embarrassment.
C1 The ruddy hue of the old barn gave it a rustic charm.
C2 The ruddy landscape was a breathtaking sight to behold.
adverb used to emphasize a statement or response
A1 She looked ruddy happy when she received the gift.
A2 He was ruddy tired after working all day in the sun.
B1 The old man's cheeks were ruddy from the cold weather.
B2 The ruddy sun was setting over the horizon, casting a warm glow.
C1 The ruddy glow of the fire illuminated the room.
C2 The ruddy complexion of the hiker showed he had been out in the sun all day.
formal The doctor noted the patient's ruddy complexion as a possible sign of underlying health issues.
informal I can't believe how ruddy sunburned you got at the beach!
slang That ruddy traffic jam made me late for work again.
figurative Her ruddy temper flared up when she heard the news.
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