choppy

Meanings

• adjective

  Rough, turbulent, or agitated, especially in a body of water.

• adjective

  Characterized by jerky or irregular movements.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with choppy
dopey , mopey , ropey

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Variants

List of all variants of choppy that leads to same result
choppier , choppiest , choppily , choppy

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'full of chops' or 'full of rough, uneven parts'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'choppy' comes from the Old English word 'ceapian', meaning 'to chop'.

2. In sailing, a 'choppy' sea is one with large, irregular waves that can make for a challenging and uncomfortable ride.

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Related Concepts

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1. wavy: Both 'choppy' and 'wavy' describe roughness in water, but 'wavy' implies a more continuous, undulating motion.

2. turbulent: Both 'choppy' and 'turbulent' describe roughness or agitation, but 'turbulent' implies a more chaotic, disordered motion.

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Culture

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In literature, 'choppy' can refer to the style of writing, particularly in dialogue. In music, a 'choppy' rhythm is one that is irregular or syncopated.

How to Memorize "choppy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a body of water with rough, uneven waves. Visualize the water being choppy, with irregular, jerky movements.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'choppy' with the feeling of being on a rough sea or a bumpy ride. Imagine the sensation of unevenness and irregularity.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Choppy waters make for a rough sail'. Remember that 'choppy' means rough or uneven.

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