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Filthy

usgb/ˈfɪlθi/Volume
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Intensity

Use 'filthy' to express a strong degree of dirtiness, more than just 'dirty'.

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After the hike, our shoes were absolutely filthy.
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Negative Emotion

'Filthy' can imply disgust or disapproval beyond plain dirtiness.

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He left his filthy laundry on the floor for days.
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Not Always Literal

Sometimes 'filthy' is used to exaggerate for effect, not to describe actual filth.

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You've been playing video games all day? That's filthy!
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