What does ropy mean?
Ropy means Resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch..
Ropy
/ˈɹəʊpi/ · adjective
Meaning
Resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch..
Definitions by Sense
- Resembling rope in appearance or texture, used especially of muscles that are thick or hard to the touch.
- Capable of forming rope-like or thread-like structures.
- Of milk or another liquid: slimy, as after the action of Enterobacter aerogenes in syrup.
- (UK, Ireland, colloquial) Of poor quality; in poor health.
Example Sentences
Myofascial Syndrome Hence, myofascial pain is usually associated with a taut band, indicating a "ropey" thickening of muscle tissue.
The Hoary Froſts, and Northern Blaſts take care / Thy muddy Bev'rage to ſerene, and drive / Præcipitant the baſer, ropy Lees.
The very poultry in the coop / Began to pine away and droop— / The cock was first to go; / And glad we were on all our parts, / He used to damp our very hearts / With such a ropy crow.
Although Britain’s migration figures are ropey, other data point in the same direction.
Synonyms for ropy
Antonyms for ropy
Related Words
Word Forms
- ropier
- more ropy
- ropiest
- most ropy
- ropey
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ropy?
Common synonyms include bingy, inferior, second-rate, shabby.
What is the opposite of ropy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ropy in a sentence?
Myofascial Syndrome Hence, myofascial pain is usually associated with a taut band, indicating a "ropey" thickening of muscle tissue.
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