adjective describing something that is full of or covered with weeds
Describing plants that are thin, spindly, and lacking in vigor or strength
Referring to invasive plant species that can overtake native vegetation
Used to describe crops or plants that are growing in abundance but are not the desired species
Referring to plants that are unwanted or undesirable in a garden or landscape
Commonly used in the context of managing and eradicating unwanted plants
In a literary context, 'weedy' may be used to describe a character or setting as being overgrown with weeds, symbolizing neglect or decay.
In psychology, 'weedy' may be used metaphorically to describe a person's thoughts or emotions as tangled or unkempt, requiring attention and care.
For a botanist, 'weedy' is used to describe plants that grow aggressively and often outcompete other species in a given ecosystem.
In gardening, 'weedy' is used to describe a garden or lawn that is overrun with unwanted plants, requiring weeding and maintenance.
In the field of environmental science, 'weedy' may refer to invasive species that disrupt natural ecosystems and biodiversity.
For a landscaper, 'weedy' can describe a landscape that is unkempt or overgrown with unwanted vegetation, requiring landscaping and maintenance services.