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
