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dingier

 

[ หˆdษชn.dส’ษชษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing something

Dingier is a comparative form of the adjective 'dingy', which refers to something that is dirty, dull, or shabby. It is often used to describe places, objects, or conditions that appear neglected or less than clean. When something is dingier, it implies that it has deteriorated in appearance compared to something else, making it seem more unkempt or grimy.

Synonyms

drearier, duller, grimmer, shabbier

Examples of usage

  • The dingier corners of the city are often overlooked.
  • Her old sweater looked dingier after years of wear.
  • The once vibrant mural now appears even dingier due to the weather.

Translations

Translations of the word "dingier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais sujo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เค‚เคฆเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schmutziger

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lebih kotor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ัƒะดะฝั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ brudniejszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ˆใ‚Šๆฑšใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plus sale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกs sucio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha kirli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” ๋”๋Ÿฌ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูƒุซุฑ ู‚ุฐุงุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกpinavฤ›jลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลกpinavลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ด่„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bolj umazan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรบllari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐัั‚ะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜ แƒญแƒฃแƒญแƒงแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha รงirkin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกs sucio

Etymology

The word 'dingy' is believed to derive from the early 17th century, originating from the dialectal use in Northern England. It was initially related to the idea of dimness or a lack of brightness, stemming from the Old Norse word 'dinga', which means to remain in a dismal or dirty state. The comparative form 'dingier' is simply constructed by adding the comparative suffix '-er' to the adjective 'dingy'. Over the years, 'dingy' has gained wider usage beyond the British Isles to describe anything that is perceived to be unclean or dull in appearance. It encompasses both a physical and aesthetic evaluation, extending into discussions about personal belongings, living conditions, and overall ambiance.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,435, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.