slapdash

Meanings

• adjective

  done in a careless or hasty manner; not well planned or executed

  - "The report was slapdash and lacked any real substance."
  - "He finished the painting in a slapdash manner, but it still turned out beautiful."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈslæpdæʃ/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈslæpdæʃ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

carelessly , haphazardly , hastily , directly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with slapdash
dash , flash , splash

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Variants

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slapdash

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Etymology

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Originated in the late 19th century from the Scottish term 'slap-dash', meaning 'to dash or splash water' or 'to apply in a hasty or careless manner'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'slapdash' is often used in a negative context, but it can also be used to describe a style of art that is expressive and spontaneous.

2. The word 'slapdash' comes from the Scottish term 'slap-dash', which means 'to dash or splash water'.

3. In the early 20th century, the term 'slapdash' was used to describe a type of dance that was done in a carefree and energetic manner.

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Related Concepts

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1. carelessness: The state of being unconcerned or indifferent, especially towards something that requires attention or accuracy.

2. hastiness: The quality of being done quickly or in a hurry, without taking sufficient time to ensure accuracy or thoroughness.

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Culture

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Slapdash is often used to describe work that is done quickly and carelessly, without attention to detail. In literature, it can be used to convey a sense of chaos or disorganization. In art, it can refer to a style that is expressive and spontaneous.

How to Memorize "slapdash"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person working quickly and carelessly, making mistakes as they go. Visualize the final product being subpar and full of errors.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'slapdash' with the feeling of being rushed and the sense of frustration that comes with working quickly but not well.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym S-L-A-P-D-A-S-H: Sloppy, Lackadaisical, Amateurish, Patchy, Disorganized, Approximate, Shoddy, Hasty.

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