scrappily

adverb

UK/ˈskræp.ᵊl.i/
US/ˈskræp.ᵊl.i/

Definitions of scrappily adverb

  1. in a manner that lacks organization or coherence; in a disorganized way

    • The report was written very scrappily, lacking a clear structure.

    • Their team collaborated scrappily, causing the project to fall significantly behind schedule.

    • The company's filing system was managed scrappily, making it difficult to locate necessary information.

  2. in an untidy, unattractive, or poorly developed manner; in a makeshift way

    • She tied her hair into a ponytail scrappily, making it look a little messy.

    • The garden was planted scrappily with a lack of overall design.

    • They decorated the party venue scrappily, and it looked a bit makeshift.

  3. in a determined and resolute manner; in a combative way

    • She fought for her rights scrappily, never backing down.

    • He defended his views scrappily, not giving an inch.

    • In negotiations, she scrappily demanded what she deserved.