Meaning & Definition of word "Filthy"
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Filthy
/ˈfɪl.θi/
adjective:
- 1. extremely dirty or unclean; foul.
- Example: The kitchen was filthy after the party, with crumbs and spills all over the counters.
- 2. offensive or disgusting, often relating to obscene or immoral content.
- Example: The film was criticized for its filthy language and graphic scenes.
- 3. coarse or vulgar in nature.
- Example: 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.
Related Words
filth:
the state of being filthy; dirt.
filthy lucre:
money gained in a dishonorable way.
Slang Meanings of filthy
Meaning: Extremely offensive or disgusting.
Example Sentence: That joke was filthy!
Meaning: To refer to someone with a lot of money.
Example Sentence: He's got a filthy amount of wealth.