Grungy

usgb/ˈɡrʌndʒi/
adjective

Very dirty, messy or untidy.

He wore a grungy pair of jeans.
Visual representation of "grungy" - Very dirty, messy or untidy

Often appears as...

  • grungy clothes
  • grungy look

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Disapproving

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Not Complimentary

Used to describe something negatively, suggesting poor condition or lack of cleanliness.

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That hotel room was grungy and uncomfortable.
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Informal Usage

Mainly used in informal situations. Avoid in formal writing or speech.

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Tom's grungy sneakers should stay off the clean couch.
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Visual Impact

Invokes a strong visual image of dirt and disorder.

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Her backpack was covered in grungy stickers and mud.
Visual representation of the word "Grungy"

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