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   shabby

   /ˈʃabi/

   adjective

   • 1. in poor condition through long use or lack of care: "a conscript in a shabby uniform saluted the car" Similar run downdown at heelscruffyuncared-forneglecteddilapidatedin disrepairramshackletumbledowndingyseedyslummyinsalubrioussqualidsordidmeanwretchedmiserableinformal:crummyscuzzytackygrungyshamblybeat-upgrottyshackyscruffywell wornwornoldworn outthreadbaremoth-eatenmangyraggedfrayedtatteredbattereddecrepithaving seen better daysfalling apart at the seamsfadeddowdydirtygrubbyinformal:tattyrattythe worse for wearraggedyraggedy-asswarbyrare:out at elbowsOpposite smartupmarketnewin good condition
   • ▪ dressed in old or worn clothes: "a shabby fellow in slippers and an undershirt" Similar scruffywell wornwornoldworn outthreadbaremoth-eatenmangyraggedfrayedtatteredbattereddecrepithaving seen better daysfalling apart at the seamsfadeddowdydirtygrubbyinformal:tattyrattythe worse for wearraggedyraggedy-asswarbyrare:out at elbowsOpposite newin good condition
   • 2. (of behaviour) mean and unfair: "Snooping, was he? That's a shabby trick" Similar contemptibledespicabledishonourabledisreputablediscreditablemeanmean-spiritedbaselowdirtyshamefulsorryignobleunfairunworthyungenerousunkindungentlemanlycheapshoddyunpleasantnastyinformal:rottenlow-downhatefulbeastlyvulgar slang:shittyarchaic:scurvyOpposite decenthonourable

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from dialect shab ‘scab’ (from a Germanic base meaning ‘itch’) + -y1.

   Derivatives

   • 1. shabbily adverb
   • 2. shabbiness noun
   • 3. shabbyish adjective

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   What does shabby mean?

   • Shabby in the sense of "inferior in quality" is from 1805. The figurative meaning "contemptibly mean" is from 1670s. Similar formation in Middle Dutch schabbich, German schäbig "shabby." Related: Shabbily; shabbiness. Carlyle has shabbish "somewhat shabby."

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   What is shabby chic interior design?

   • Shabby chic is considered to be a style of interior decorating that blends vintage and cottage elements in soft, romantic colors and textures to create an elegant, yet worn and welcoming look. The shabby chic look has been a favorite for quite some time, having risen to popularity in the late 1980s.

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   Is shabby chic still in style?

   • The shabby chic look has been a favorite for quite some time, having risen to popularity in the late 1980s. Shabby chic is still in style, but it is now considered less trendy and more classic with a few modifications that freshen up the look.

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   Why is shabby chic so popular?

   • The shabby chic style became quite famous in the 1980s and '90s. It surged in popularity after designer Rachel Ashwell opened a store with the same name. The style is called shabby chic because Ashwell coined the phrase to define her concept of turning vintage thrift finds into casual and pretty, yet elegant home decor.

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   5 days ago · The meaning of SHABBY is clothed with worn or seedy garments. How to use shabby in a sentence. clothed with worn or seedy garments; threadbare and faded from wear; ill-kept : dilapidated…

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Shabby chic is an interior decorating style that blends vintage and cottage elements in soft, romantic colors and textures to create an elegant, yet worn and welcoming look. A favorite for decades, shabby chic rose to popularity in the late 1980s.

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   4 days ago · What Is Shabby Chic Interior Design? Shabby Chic interior design embraces vintage elegance and modern comfort. This style blends distressed furniture, pastel colors, and delicate fabrics to create cozy and inviting spaces. Origins and Definition. Shabby Chic originated in the 1980s in Britain.

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Imagine retiring each night to a bedroom that exudes playfulness and chic elegance. With shabby chic decor, you can achieve just that. This style blends vintage charm with modern elegance, utilizing distressed furniture, pastel hues, and floral patterns.

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   Jun 19, 2024 · The shabby chic decorating style is perfect for decorators on a budget since it is all about reusing or re-purposing old items. It is easy to accomplish for even the most inexperienced decorator too. Keep reading for more details and inspiration for creating your own beautiful shabby chic bedroom.

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   2 days ago · Definitions of shabbily. adverb. so as to appear worn and threadbare or dilapidated. “a shabbily dressed man”. adverb. in a mean and ungenerous manner. “the two were haggling shabbily in the drawing-room”.

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Choosing the right shabby chic curtains can make a dramatic impact in any room. In this article, we will explore 13 beautiful shabby chic curtain ideas to inspire you. From frilly lace to airy linen, there are so many ways to incorporate shabby chic style into your window treatments.