sordid
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sordid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Morally low, distasteful, or shameful; involving dishonesty or vice.
Synonyms
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How to use sordid
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Etymology
From Latin sordidus ("dirty, filthy"), from sordes ("dirt, filth").
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What does “sordid” mean?
The word “sordid” means morally low, distasteful, or shameful; involving dishonesty or vice. In plain terms, grubby and morally shady at once — used for both dirty places and dirty dealings.
How do you pronounce “sordid”?
“Sordid” is pronounced SAW-dihd (/ˈsɔɹdɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “sordid” in a sentence?
Here is “sordid” used in a sentence: “The tabloids dug up every sordid detail of the affair.”
What is another word for “sordid”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sordid” include unclean.
What part of speech is “sordid”?
“Sordid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “sordid” come from?
The word “sordid” comes from Latin. From Latin sordidus ("dirty, filthy"), from sordes ("dirt, filth").
How many meanings does “sordid” have?
“Sordid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: morally low, distasteful, or shameful; involving dishonesty or vice.