Synonyms for moth-eaten

Synonyms for (adj) moth-eaten

Synonyms: cold, dusty, moth-eaten, stale

Definition: lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new

Usage: moth-eaten theories about race; stale news

Similar words: unoriginal

Definition: not original; not being or productive of something fresh and unusual

Usage: the manuscript contained unoriginal emendations; his life had been unoriginal, conforming completely to the given pattern- Gwethalyn Graham


Synonyms: moth-eaten, mothy

Definition: worn or eaten away by (or as if by) moths

Usage: moth-eaten blankets

Similar words: worn

Definition: affected by wear; damaged by long use

Usage: worn threads on the screw; a worn suit; the worn pockets on the jacket


Synonyms: ratty, tatty, moth-eaten, shabby

Definition: showing signs of wear and tear

Usage: a ratty old overcoat; shabby furniture; an old house with dirty windows and tatty curtains

Similar words: worn

Definition: affected by wear; damaged by long use

Usage: worn threads on the screw; a worn suit; the worn pockets on the jacket


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