Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

seedy

adjective

/ˈsiːdi/

Definition

In poor condition, shabby, and often associated with a sense of disrepute.

Examples

The hotel had a seedy look that made us question our choice of accommodations.
He frequented seedy bars on the outskirts of town.
The novel is set in a seedy part of the city, filled with intriguing characters.

Meaning

The term ‘seedy’ refers to something that appears unkempt or worn out, and can suggest a lack of morals or respectability, often used to describe places or people.