stodgy
US /ˈstɑː.dʒi/
UK /ˈstɒdʒ.i/
形容词
1.
守旧的, 沉闷的, 乏味的
heavy, dull, or old-fashioned
示例:
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The company's image was seen as stodgy and resistant to change.
这家公司的形象被认为是守旧且抵制变革的。
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His writing style is a bit stodgy, making it hard to read.
他的写作风格有点沉闷，读起来很费劲。
2.
油腻的, 不易消化的
(of food) heavy, filling, and not easily digested
示例:
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The pudding was a bit stodgy, but tasty.
布丁有点黏糊糊的，但很好吃。
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I prefer lighter meals; stodgy food makes me feel sluggish.
我更喜欢清淡的饭菜；油腻的食物让我感到迟钝。