Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dirty

Adjective
/ˈdɜrti/
Definition
Covered with or marked by an unclean substance.
Examples
  • The floor was dirty after the party.
  • She washed her dirty clothes before the trip.
  • The dog came back from the park covered in dirty mud.
Meaning
When something is dirty, it is not clean and may have dust, stains, or other marks that make it look unclean.
Synonyms
  • unclean
  • filthy
  • soiled
  • grimy
  • sordid