jerrybuilt

/ˈdʒɛriˌbɪlt/

Definitions

1. adjective

shoddy or of poor quality; hastily or carelessly constructed

“The jerrybuilt house in the neighborhood was a safety hazard due to its unstable foundation.”

2. noun

a shoddy or hastily constructed building or object

“The city officials condemned the jerrybuilt structures in the poor neighborhood.”

Synonyms

  • flimsy
  • shoddy
  • substandard

Antonyms

  • solid
  • sturdy