Seedier: meaning, definitions and examples
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seedier
[ ˈsiːdiər ]
shady places
The term 'seedier' refers to places or situations that are disreputable, morally questionable, or have low social status. It is often used to describe areas that may be considered unsafe, dilapidated, or associated with illicit activities. The word evokes images of a troubling or sleazy atmosphere where unsavory characters might be found. 'Seedier' can carry a negative connotation and is often used in relation to urban environments or nightlife.
Synonyms
decrepit, dilapidated, disreputable, shabby, sleazy
Examples of usage
- He walked through the seedier parts of town.
- The movie portrayed the seedier side of the city.
- She felt uneasy in the seedier bar.
- They avoided the seedier neighborhoods after dark.
Translations
Translations of the word "seedier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais sórdido
🇮🇳 अधिक गंदा
🇩🇪 schäbiger
🇮🇩 lebih kumuh
🇺🇦 більш убогий
🇵🇱 bardziej obskurny
🇯🇵 よりみすぼらしい
🇫🇷 plus sordide
🇪🇸 más sórdido
🇹🇷 daha sefil
🇰🇷 더 음침한
🇸🇦 أكثر بؤسًا
🇨🇿 více zchátralý
🇸🇰 viac odporný
🇨🇳 更肮脏的
🇸🇮 bolj umazan
🇮🇸 viðbjóðslegri
🇰🇿 одан әлсіз
🇬🇪 მეტი სდაგებულია
🇦🇿 daha iyrənc
🇲🇽 más sórdido
Word origin
The word 'seedy' dates back to the early 19th century and is derived from the noun 'seed.' Originally, 'seedy' referred to something that was full of seeds or containing seeds. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe something that was shabby, worn out, or in a state of disrepair, likely because of the associations with discarded or unwanted seeds. The extension to its current use to denote a morally questionable nature or atmosphere seems to have developed in the late 19th to early 20th centuries, particularly in urban contexts where areas could become run-down and associated with illicit or irresponsible behavior. The comparative form 'seedier' naturally follows from the original adjective, becoming more descriptive of environments or behaviors that have declined in respectability or safety.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,786, 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.