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buggy

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbəɡi// UK //bˈʌɡi// bug·gy Slang

adj. having many small faults or errors that need fixing. You use it to describe software, websites, or machines that do not work smoothly.

adj. characterized by numerous minor defects, errors, or irregularities in function. Commonly applied to software, hardware, or mechanical systems; informal in register.


SIMPLE

The new app is still very buggy.

CONTEXTUAL

We delayed the launch because the website was too buggy for customers to use.

COMPLEX

Early versions of the operating system were notoriously buggy, requiring frequent patches to resolve crashes and display errors that frustrated power users.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

Origin unknown.

Etymology 2

From bug + -y.

Usage

Often modified by degree adverbs like 'very' or 'extremely'.

Pitfall

the program is buggythe program has bugsWhile 'buggy' is correct, learners sometimes confuse the adjective with the noun 'bug' or use 'buggy' when they mean 'broken' (non-functional). 'Buggy' means it works but has errors.

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