lousy
Translation
lousy, terrible, awful
Examples
I had a lousy day at work.
I had a lousy day at work.
He's a lousy driver.
He's a lousy driver.
I feel lousy, I think I'm getting sick.
I feel lousy, I think I'm getting sick.
Grammar Patterns
a lousy ((sth.)) a terrible ((sth.)) I had a lousy meal at that restaurant.
to feel lousy to feel unwell I feel lousy today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: terrible, awful, dreadful; Antonyms: great, excellent, wonderful
Etymology
From 'louse' + '-y'. Originally meant 'infested with lice'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a situation so bad and unpleasant it's like being covered in lice.