dowdy(noun, adjective) adjective1. lacking in smartness or taste- a dowdy grey outfit- a clean and sunny but completely dowdy roomSimilar word(s): styleless, unstylish2. primly out of dateSimilar word(s): unfashionable, unstylish, frumpish, frumpy noun1. deep-dish apple dessert covered with a rich crustSimilar word(s): pandowdyDefinition categories: food, pastry