Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

esqualido

Adjective
/ˈɛskwə.lɪd.oʊ/
Definition
Squalid; extremely dirty and unpleasant, especially as a result of poverty or neglect.
Examples
  • The abandoned house was squalid, with trash piled high and broken furniture everywhere.
  • After the storm, the streets became squalid, filled with mud and debris.
Meaning
The word ‘esqualido’ refers to a state of being very dirty and filthy, typically associated with poor living conditions.
Synonyms
  • filthy
  • dirty
  • bedraggled
  • disheveled
  • abject