Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seamy

adjective
/ˈsiːmi/
Definition
characterized by unpleasant or sordid aspects; morally degraded.
Examples
  • The film explored the seamy underbelly of the city’s nightlife.
  • He couldn’t ignore the seamy details of the scandal that unfolded.
  • The novel delves into the seamy side of human nature.
Meaning
The term ‘seamy’ refers to the undesirable or unpleasant parts of something, often highlighting a negative aspect of a social situation.
Synonyms
  • sleazy
  • disreputable
  • immoral
  • scandalous
  • shameful