Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scummy
adjective
/ˈskʌmi/
Definition
covered with or resembling scum.
Examples
- The old pond was scummy and had a foul odor.
- After the storm, the streets looked scummy with debris and mud.
- The scummy surface of the lake deterred us from swimming.
Meaning
The term ‘scummy’ refers to something that is unpleasant or dirty, often associated with a layer of dirt or residue on a surface.
Synonyms
- dirtied
- filthy
- sordid
- grimy
