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saggy

/ˈsæɡi/

ADJECTIVE

1. Loose-fitting or excessively roomy

Having a loose, baggy, or poorly fitted shape, especially when clothing or fabric hangs loosely rather than fitting closely to the body.

1.1. Loose-fitting clothing

Describes clothing that hangs loosely on the body, is excessively roomy, or lacks a close and properly fitted shape.

Synonyms

  • baggy
  • loose
  • oversized
  • roomy
  • slouchy
  • blousy
  • floppy

Antonyms

Examples

  • He preferred wearing saggy jeans rather than tightly fitted trousers.
  • The saggy shirt hung loosely around his shoulders.
  • Her old sweater had become saggy after years of washing.

Related Words

  • ill-fitting
  • low-rise
  • relaxed fit
  • loose-fitting
  • unfastened
  • slack
  • oversize

1.2. Loose or slack material

Describes fabric, material, or a flexible covering that has become loose, slack, or insufficiently stretched, causing it to hang or move freely.

Synonyms

  • slack
  • loose
  • floppy
  • lax
  • relaxed
  • droopy

Antonyms

Examples

  • The saggy canvas cover needed to be tightened before the rain arrived.
  • A saggy piece of fabric hung from the damaged frame.
  • The loose fastening left the material looking saggy and untidy.

Related Words

ADJECTIVE

2. Drooping or sinking under weight

Having a shape or position that bends, hangs, or sinks downward because of gravity, age, wear, weakness, or insufficient support.

2.1. Objects or structures bending downward

Describes an object, surface, or structure that bends or hangs downward because it is carrying weight, has weakened, or has lost adequate support.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Examples

  • The bottom of the tote bag was so saggy that it touched the ground.
  • The old couch had become uncomfortably saggy over the years.
  • The saggy shelves needed additional support to hold the heavy books.

Related Words

  • bowed
  • bowing
  • bending
  • buckling
  • collapsing
  • sinking
  • slumping
  • yielding

2.2. Skin or body tissue losing firmness

Describes skin or body tissue that hangs loosely or droops because of aging, reduced elasticity, or significant changes in body weight.

Synonyms

  • flabby
  • flaccid
  • droopy
  • loose
  • pendulous

Antonyms

Examples

  • Despite the exercise, her skin remained saggy after significant weight loss.
  • The treatment was intended to improve the appearance of saggy skin.
  • Age and reduced elasticity can make facial skin look saggy.

Related Words

  • lax
  • slack
  • soft
  • relaxed
  • wrinkled
  • loosened
  • loss of elasticity

2.3. Soft or shapeless cushions and furnishings

Describes cushions, pillows, mattresses, or upholstered furniture that have lost their original firmness and shape, often becoming depressed or drooping after prolonged use.

Synonyms

  • flabby
  • flaccid
  • droopy
  • sunken
  • slack
  • soft

Antonyms

Examples

  • The overstuffed pillow had lost its firmness and become quite saggy.
  • The saggy mattress made it difficult to sleep comfortably.
  • The old sofa had saggy cushions that needed replacing.

Related Words

  • flattened
  • compressed
  • depressed
  • worn
  • shapeless
  • loose
  • loss of support