poorly designed
[ˈpʊrli dɪˈzaɪnd]
adjective phrase
mal desenhado / mal projetado / de design ruim
1. lacking good planning, aesthetics, or functionality; created with inadequate attention to detail or user needs
The website was poorly designed and difficult to navigate.
O site foi mal projetado e difícil de navegar.
2. having structural or organizational flaws that negatively impact performance or usability
The poorly designed kitchen made cooking inefficient.
A cozinha mal desenhada tornou o cozimento ineficiente.
3. lacking aesthetic appeal or visual harmony
That poorly designed logo doesn't represent the brand well.
Aquele logotipo mal desenhado não representa bem a marca.
In Brazil and the US, 'poorly designed' is frequently used in tech, architecture, and product development contexts. In corporate environments, it's a diplomatic way to critique work. In casual settings, Brazilians might use 'gambiarra' (makeshift solution) to describe something poorly designed. Americans often use this phrase in UX/UI criticism and product reviews.
NYC Slang
janky / whack design
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