Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sordid-affair
phrase
/ˈsɔːrdɪd əˈfɛr/
Definition
A sordid affair refers to a situation or relationship that is morally distasteful, involving dishonorable or corrupt actions.
Examples
- After learning about the sordid affair between the two celebrities, the public was outraged.
- The sordid affair devastated the trust within their community.
- His decision to engage in a sordid affair led to severe consequences in his personal life.
Meaning
It implies a relationship or event that is not just scandalous but also carries a sense of sleaziness or uncleanliness, often of a sexual nature.
Synonyms
- scandalous relationship
- disreputable affair
- immoral liaison
