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chequered

adjective

/ˈtʃɛkərd/

Meaning

Having a pattern of squares, or marked by varied and contrasting experiences or periods.

He had a chequered career with both great successes and failures.

checkered, varied, patchy, diverse, mixed

uniform, consistent

chequered career, chequered history, chequered pattern

feeling exhausted; in need of sleep or rest

Harsh and difficult to live in; unfriendly or unwelcoming to guests.

Willing to agree with or follow rules, requests, or demands.

Unable to be destroyed, broken, or dissolved.

slow-moving; lacking energy or alertness; inactive

Financially rewarding or profitable.