adverb
- in a dumpy manner; in a way that is short and thick or squat in appearance
- in a sad, gloomy, or depressed manner
Usage: informal
Usage: informal
Examples
- She stood dumpily in the corner, her posture reflecting her low mood.
- The old building sat dumpily on the corner lot, looking neglected and worn.
- He moved dumpily across the room, his heavy frame making each step deliberate.
- The child looked dumpily at the broken toy, tears welling in her eyes.
- The furniture was arranged dumpily, without any sense of style or grace.