Frumpy

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈfɹʌm.pɪ/
• US IPA: /ˈfɹʌm.pi/

Origin

Either frump or Middle English frumple + -y.

Full definition of frumpy

Adjective

1. Dowdy, unkempt, or unfashionable.She came to the door in a frumpy housedress and bedroom slippers.
2. (dated) Ill- or bad-tempered.

Related terms

• frump
• frumpily
• frumpiness