Dirty /ˈdɜːti/

The meaning and definition of Dirty, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To make (something) dirty.
To stain or tarnish (somebody) with dishonor.

adjective

Unclean; covered with or containing unpleasant substances such as dirt or grime.
“Despite a walk in the rain, my shoes weren't too dirty.”
That makes one unclean; corrupting, infecting.
“Don't put that in your mouth, dear. It's dirty.”

adverb

In a dirty manner.
“to play dirty”

Synonyms soil taint sully base despicable dishonest

Antonyms clean bright pure sportsmanlike neat

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