Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unclean

Adjective
/ʌnˈkliːn/
Definition
Not clean; dirty or contaminated.
Examples
  • The unclean dishes sat piled in the sink.
  • She avoided the unclean area of the beach after the storm.
  • The old clothes were unclean and needed to be washed.
Meaning
Something that is not clean can be considered unclean due to dirt, impurities, or lack of hygiene.
Synonyms
  • dirty
  • filthy
  • soiled
  • polluted
  • contaminated