Meaning & Definition
adjective
extremely dirty or unclean; foul.
The kitchen was filthy after the party, with crumbs and spills all over the counters.
offensive or disgusting, often relating to obscene or immoral content.
The film was criticized for its filthy language and graphic scenes.
coarse or vulgar in nature.
He couldn't believe the filthy jokes his friends were telling at the dinner table.
Etymology
Middle English 'filthe', from Old English 'filt' meaning 'dirt, filth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
filthy rich:
very wealthy, often with negative connotations.
filthy language:
vulgar or obscene language.
filthy habit:
a behavior that is considered morally wrong or unacceptable.
Slang Meanings
Extremely offensive or disgusting.
That joke was filthy!
To refer to someone with a lot of money.
He's got a filthy amount of wealth.