Grotty: meaning, definitions and examples
๐งน
grotty
[ หgrษti ]
informal usage
The term 'grotty' is used to describe something that is dirty, unpleasant, or in poor condition. It can refer to anything from a shabby environment to untidy clothes. The word carries a connotation of grubbiness and neglect.
Synonyms
dirty, grimy, shabby, unpleasant.
Examples of usage
- The cafรฉ was really grotty and in need of a clean.
- He wore a grotty old t-shirt to the party.
- The grotty apartment didnโt appeal to potential renters.
- After the storm, the park was left in a grotty state.
Translations
Translations of the word "grotty" in other languages:
๐ต๐น sujo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคฆเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช schmutzig
๐ฎ๐ฉ kotor
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑััะดะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ brudny
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฑใ
๐ซ๐ท sale
๐ช๐ธ sucio
๐น๐ท kirli
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ฌ์ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุชุณุฎ
๐จ๐ฟ ลกpinavรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกpinavรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่ฎ่
๐ธ๐ฎ umazan
๐ฎ๐ธ skรญtugur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะฐั-ะปะฐััะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแซแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ รงirkli
๐ฒ๐ฝ sucio
Etymology
The word 'grotty' originated in British slang during the 1960s. It is derived from the adjective 'grotesque', which initially referred to something that is unnatural or distorted. Over time, 'grotty' evolved to describe things that are merely dirty or unappealing, losing much of the original intensity of grotesqueness. The use of 'grotty' became popular in informal contexts, especially among younger people. It is often used to express disdain or disappointment regarding the condition of something. The word's informal nature makes it a staple of casual conversation in the UK, reflecting a certain attitude towards cleanliness and aesthetic standards.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,556, 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.
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- 40558 innocuousness
- 40559 unholiness
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