filthy
Filthy (adj) means Extremely dirty. Example: “His boots were filthy after the muddy hike.”
How to use filthy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishVery dirty, or, informally, obscene.
Word forms
filthier comparative, filthied past tense, filthies singular, filthiest superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English filthy, formed from filth plus the adjective ending -y.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “filthy” mean?
The word “filthy” means extremely dirty. In plain terms, very dirty, or, informally, obscene.
How do you pronounce “filthy”?
“Filthy” is pronounced FIHL-thee (/ˈfɪlθi/ in IPA).
How do you use “filthy” in a sentence?
Here is “filthy” used in a sentence: “His boots were filthy after the muddy hike.”
What is the opposite of “filthy”?
The opposite of “filthy” — its antonyms — are pristine, holy and venerable.
What part of speech is “filthy”?
“Filthy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “filthy” come from?
The word “filthy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English filthy, formed from filth plus the adjective ending -y.
Is “filthy” a common word?
“Filthy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “filthy” have?
“Filthy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely dirty.
What is the difference between "filthy" and "dirty"?
"Filthy" is a stronger word than "dirty," describing something extremely or disgustingly unclean, whereas "dirty" can describe even mild or moderate uncleanliness.
What does it mean to call a joke or language "filthy"?
When applied to jokes, language, or content, "filthy" means obscene or offensive, typically referring to crude or vulgar material rather than physical dirtiness.
Is "filthy" formal or informal?
"Filthy" is an informal, emphatic word commonly used in everyday speech to intensify descriptions of dirtiness or obscenity, rather than in formal or technical writing.