Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dingy
adjective
/ˈdɪn.dʒi/
Definition
Something that is dingy has a dull, dirty, or discolored appearance.
Examples
- The dingy room had peeling wallpaper and a worn-out carpet.
- She avoided the dingy alley that looked unsafe.
- His dingy shirt was in need of a wash.
Meaning
Dingy describes something that lacks brightness or is grimy and shabby.
Synonyms
- dull
- dirty
- grimy
- shabby
- drab
