Slipshod — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈslip-ˈshäd/ slip·shod

Meaning & Definition of Slipshod

Slipshod (adjective)

  1. wearing loose shoes or slippers
  2. down at the heel, shabby
  3. careless, slovenly

Slipshod (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. poorly done or carelessly made

    "He did a slipshod job."

    "Her research is slipshod at best."

    similar: lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, careless, heedless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe, unwary, shabby, sloppy, impetuous, rash, reckless, inattentive, regardless, blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless, absentminded, forgetful, unmindful, imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned
    opposite: attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful, careful, conscientious, exact, fussy, meticulous, painstaking, punctilious, scrupulous, considerate, thoughtful

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Slipshod

The most common words with a similar meaning to Slipshod:

lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, careless, heedless, incautious, mindless, unguarded, unsafe, unwary, shabby, sloppy, impetuous, rash, reckless, inattentive, regardless, blithe, inconsiderate, thoughtless, absentminded, forgetful, unmindful, imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, inadvertent, unintentional, unplanned

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Slipshod

Words with the opposite meaning of Slipshod:

attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful, careful, conscientious, exact, fussy, meticulous, painstaking, punctilious, scrupulous, considerate, thoughtful

Origin & Etymology of Slipshod

slip:1 + shod

First known use: 1580

Frequently Asked Questions about Slipshod

What does "Slipshod" mean?

"Slipshod" means wearing loose shoes or slippers. As an adjective, it is defined as: wearing loose shoes or slippers.

What is another word for "Slipshod"?

Other words for "Slipshod" include lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, careless, heedless, incautious and mindless. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Slipshod" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Slipshod"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Slipshod". Common alternatives include lax, neglectful, negligent, remiss, careless, heedless, incautious, mindless, unguarded and unsafe.

What is the opposite of "Slipshod"?

Antonyms of "Slipshod" include attentive, chary, observant, vigilant, watchful, careful, conscientious and exact.

How do you use "Slipshod" in a sentence?

Examples of "Slipshod" in a sentence: "He did a slipshod job."; "Her research is slipshod at best.".

Is "Slipshod" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Slipshod" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Slipshod"?

"Slipshod" is pronounced /ˈslip-ˈshäd/ and divided into syllables as slip·shod.

What is the origin of the word "Slipshod"?

"Slipshod" comes from slip:1 + shod. First known use: 1580.