What does ragtag mean?
Ragtag means Unkempt, shabby, or in a state of disrepair..
Ragtag
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Unkempt, shabby, or in a state of disrepair..
Definitions by Sense
- Unkempt, shabby, or in a state of disrepair.
- Very diverse; having irregular and dissimilar components.
- A shabby, unkempt person.
Example Sentences
He liked to wear an old ragtag coat that was so threadbare that he'd get sunburned through it.
The guerrillas were a ragtag band of local thugs, former soldiers, displaced farmers, and political idealists.
Near-synonym: ragbag
The small group of ragtags, who had followed him to the cave a day prior had arrived and kept a short distance away.
Synonyms for ragtag
Antonyms for ragtag
Related Words
Word Forms
- more ragtag
- most ragtag
- rag-tag
- ragtags
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ragtag?
Common synonyms include bedraggled, decrepit, motheaten, tattered.
What is the opposite of ragtag?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ragtag in a sentence?
He liked to wear an old ragtag coat that was so threadbare that he'd get sunburned through it.
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