Afrikaans in origin a noun gatlik

Its a name given to some one or something that is not appealing in the ways/manors or appearances

True South African word. Pronounced gutturally at the back of the throat.

Meaning: not good. Not great. Not well. Commonly describes bad ones mood, attitude or health.
Literally translates: "hole-like"
Can be used as "gatlike" too

Jane: you look under the weather today.
Candy: I think I'm coming down with flu, I feel gatlik.

Zane: why the long face today my friend?
Bill: debbie left me last night, I'm in a gatlike place.

Mary: you said you got fired! Omg!!! That's truly gatlik. I'm so sorry Wendy.