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ruddier

rud·dy
R r

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [ruhd-ee]
    • /ˈrʌd i/
    • /ˈrʌd.i/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ruhd-ee]
    • /ˈrʌd i/

Definitions of ruddier word

  • adjective ruddier of or having a fresh, healthy red color: a ruddy complexion. 1
  • adjective ruddier red or reddish. 1
  • adjective ruddier British Slang. damned: a ruddy fool. 1
  • adverb ruddier British Slang. damned: He'd ruddy well better be there. 1

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Origin of ruddier

First appearance:

before 1100
One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1100; Middle English rudi, Old English rudig. See rudd, -y1

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Parts of speech for Ruddier

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

ruddier popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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Synonyms for ruddier

adverb ruddier

  • floridly — reddish; ruddy; rosy: a florid complexion.

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