Slovenliness
noun
The state of being messy or dirty.
His room was a testament to his slovenliness, with clothes and trash scattered everywhere.
Often appears as...
- exhibit slovenliness
- accused of slovenliness
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Disapproving
noun
The behavior of being careless or lacking in precision.
His sloppy work revealed his slovenliness when it came to details.
Often appears as...
- reflects slovenliness
- display of slovenliness
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
The state of being messy or dirty.
His room was a testament to his slovenliness, with clothes and trash scattered everywhere.
Often appears as...
- exhibit slovenliness
- accused of slovenliness
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
The behavior of being careless or lacking in precision.
His sloppy work revealed his slovenliness when it came to details.
Often appears as...
- reflects slovenliness
- display of slovenliness
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Disarray
Relates to physical disorder or a lack of cleanliness in environments like bedrooms or kitchens.
The slovenliness of the once impeccable kitchen was shocking.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Usually implies a negative judgment about someone's habits or personal space.
Hiring a cleaner was her way of combating her inherent slovenliness.
Pro Tip 3/3Perception of Laziness
May suggest laziness or a lack of effort, but not always an accurate reflection of one's character.
Despite his creativity, his peers often mistook his slovenliness for laziness.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Disarray
Relates to physical disorder or a lack of cleanliness in environments like bedrooms or kitchens.
The slovenliness of the once impeccable kitchen was shocking.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Usually implies a negative judgment about someone's habits or personal space.
Hiring a cleaner was her way of combating her inherent slovenliness.
Pro Tip 3/3Perception of Laziness
May suggest laziness or a lack of effort, but not always an accurate reflection of one's character.
Despite his creativity, his peers often mistook his slovenliness for laziness.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Disarray
Relates to physical disorder or a lack of cleanliness in environments like bedrooms or kitchens.
The slovenliness of the once impeccable kitchen was shocking.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Usually implies a negative judgment about someone's habits or personal space.
Hiring a cleaner was her way of combating her inherent slovenliness.
Pro Tip 3/3Perception of Laziness
May suggest laziness or a lack of effort, but not always an accurate reflection of one's character.
Despite his creativity, his peers often mistook his slovenliness for laziness.
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