The term 'uneven in quality' can be summarized by two crossword solutions: 'PATCHY' and 'SPOTTY'. PATCHY and SPOTTY are both adjectives used to describe something that is not consistent or even in quality. They are often used to describe a surface or texture that is not smooth, but instead has areas of different levels of quality. For example, a PATCHY lawn would have some areas that are lush and green, while other areas are dry and brown. Similarly, a SPOTTY painting job would have some areas that are well-painted, while other areas are poorly painted.