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moth-eaten

adjective

/ˈmɒθ ˌiːtən/

Meaning

Damaged or worn out, especially by moths or age.

He wore a moth-eaten sweater on the cold day.

shabby, worn, tattered, ragged

new, fresh, pristine

moth-eaten clothes, moth-eaten fabric, moth-eaten book

Relating to laws, rules, or systems.

Emitting light without heat, glowing softly.

shy, easily embarrassed, or reluctant to draw attention

Relating to the government or public affairs of a country.

forgivable; not seriously wrong; minor

acting with or showing care and thought for the future