Dictionary Entry

lousy

adjective

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Meaning

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Very bad, poor, or unpleasant; of inferior quality. It can also mean feeling unwell or having a bad mood.

Example Sentence

The service at the restaurant was absolutely lousy, and the food wasn't much better.

Usage Note

Lousy is often used informally to describe something of very poor quality, a bad feeling, or an unpleasant situation. It's a strong, somewhat informal way to express dissatisfaction or disgust, often used in casual conversation among friends or family, or to complain about a situation.