baddish

[ bad-ish ]

adjective

1. rather bad; not very good.

Word History and Origins

Origin of baddish¹

First recorded in 1745–55; bad ¹ + -ish ¹

Example Sentences

I was prepared for baddish news, but not for it to be delivered so swiftly and decisively.

From Slate

“I was trying to stay away from learning about laws that are not yet law,” said Jeffrey Baddish, a CPA at Shalik Morris & Co. in Woodbury, N.Y.

From Wall Street Journal

Don’t let that overreacting brand be you: a defensive or inflammatory response is a great way to make things go from baddish to really, really dire.

From Forbes

Policy makes pride and principles plastic, And 'tis most true that extremes often meet; Yet as a sample of joint "Light Fantastic" This dual dance must be baddish to beat.

From Project Gutenberg

"Oh, did you hear her 'baddish'!" said Dolly, as, a few minutes later, they went up the steps that led to the sea-wall, Chase and Walter Willoughby, Ruth and herself.

From Project Gutenberg