shackatory

/ʃækətɔri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a shack or shacks; rustic or ramshackle

“The shackatory condition of the old cabin made it uninhabitable.”

2. noun

the state or quality of being in a poor or dilapidated condition, especially in a rural or isolated area

“The shackatory of the village was a major concern for the local authorities.”

Synonyms

  • ramshackle
  • rundown
  • shacklike

Antonyms

  • luxurious
  • well-maintained