Grimy

usgb/ˈɡraɪmi/
adjective

Covered in dirt or soot.

He has been working on his car all day and his hands are grimy.
Visual representation of "grimy" - Covered in dirt or soot

Often appears as...

  • grimy hands
  • grimy face
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Physical Cleanliness

Refers to actual dirt, suggests lack of physical cleanliness or exposure to pollution.

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After gardening, my clothes are completely grimy.
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Manual Labor

Often associated with jobs or tasks involving physical work that can make someone dirty.

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The mechanic's face was grimy from hours spent under the hood.
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Negative Connotation

Suggests a negative, unkempt appearance, often evoking a sense of neglect.

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The abandoned house was surrounded by grimy windows.
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