Pronunciation: /ˈskrʌbi/

Definitions of scrubby

adjective an adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'scrubby' describes something that is covered in or consisting of scrub, or something that is inferior or shabby in quality.

Example Sentences

A1 The scrubby brush was used to clean the kitchen sink.

A2 She found a scrubby towel to dry her hands.

B1 The scrubby area behind the house was overgrown with weeds.

B2 The scrubby appearance of the old building made it clear that it hadn't been maintained for years.

C1 Despite its scrubby exterior, the restaurant had delicious food.

C2 The scrubby landscape stretched out for miles, with only a few hardy plants surviving in the harsh environment.

Examples of scrubby in a Sentence

formal The scrubby brush was used to clean the delicate surface.

informal I grabbed a scrubby sponge to clean up the mess in the kitchen.

slang I found a scrubby old towel to wipe down the table.

figurative The scrubby appearance of the garden reflected neglect and disrepair.

Grammatical Forms of scrubby

past tense

scrubbed

plural

scrubbies

comparative

scrubbier

superlative

scrubbiest

present tense

scrubs

future tense

will scrub

perfect tense

have scrubbed

continuous tense

is scrubbing

singular

scrubby

positive degree

scrubby

infinitive

to scrub

gerund

scrubbing

participle

scrubbed

Origin and Evolution of scrubby

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'scrubby' originated from the Middle English word 'scrobby' which meant rough or stunted.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'scrubby' expanded to include anything that is small, inferior, or insignificant, not just in terms of vegetation.