Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slattern
noun
/ˈslat(ə)rn/
Definition
A slovenly or untidy woman, especially one who is careless or lazy in her personal appearance and habits.
Examples
- After the long week, her apartment looked like a slattern, with clothes strewn everywhere and dishes piled in the sink.
- The slattern of a character in the story highlighted the contrast between her chaotic lifestyle and her successful friends.
Meaning
The term often carries a negative connotation, suggesting neglect for cleanliness and order in one’s life, particularly in the context of femininity.
Synonyms
- messy
- untidy
- slovenly
- disheveled
- negligent
