squalid
5 synonyms and 4 antonyms for squalid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely dirty, neglected, and unpleasant, especially describing living conditions.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Extremely dirty, neglected, and unpleasant, especially describing living conditions.
“The refugees were housed in squalid, overcrowded camps.”
Opposites
2. adj
Morally low or degrading.
“The scandal exposed a squalid web of bribery and lies.”
Opposites
How to use squalid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
squalid conditions
squalid slum
squalid affair
Etymology
From Latin squalidus, "rough" or "dirty," from squalere, "to be filthy."
Full origin of squalid →Frequently asked questions
What does “squalid” mean?
The word “squalid” means extremely dirty, neglected, and unpleasant, especially describing living conditions. In plain terms, filthy and neglected, or by extension, morally shabby and degrading.
How do you pronounce “squalid”?
“Squalid” is pronounced SKWO-lihd (/ˈskwɒlɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “squalid” in a sentence?
Here is “squalid” used in a sentence: “The refugees were housed in squalid, overcrowded camps.”
What part of speech is “squalid”?
“Squalid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “squalid” come from?
The word “squalid” comes from Latin. From Latin squalidus, "rough" or "dirty," from squalere, "to be filthy.".
How many meanings does “squalid” have?
“Squalid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely dirty, neglected, and unpleasant, especially describing living conditions.
