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Sleazier: meaning, definitions and examples

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sleazier

 

[ ˈsliː.zi.ər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

morally questionable

The term 'sleazier' refers to something that is more disreputable or unethical compared to another. It is often used to describe actions, behaviors, or individuals that exhibit a lack of integrity or decency. In various contexts, a sleazier scenario might involve deceitful practices or manipulative tendencies. This comparative form indicates an increased degree of sleaziness, highlighting a more pronounced level of moral ambiguity or untrustworthiness.

Synonyms

more disreputable, more dubious, more unethical, shadier

Examples of usage

  • The sleazier side of the industry often goes unnoticed.
  • He made a sleazier deal than his competitors.
  • Her behavior was sleazier than usual at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "sleazier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais sórdido

🇮🇳 अधिक घिनौना

🇩🇪 schmutziger

🇮🇩 lebih menjijikkan

🇺🇦 більш гидкий

🇵🇱 bardziej nieprzyzwoity

🇯🇵 より卑劣な

🇫🇷 plus sordide

🇪🇸 más sórdido

🇹🇷 daha sefil

🇰🇷 더 더러운

🇸🇦 أكثر حقارة

🇨🇿 více špinavý

🇸🇰 viac špinavý

🇨🇳 更卑鄙的

🇸🇮 bolj umazan

🇮🇸 sveikilega

🇰🇿 одан да ласкын

🇬🇪 მეტი საზიზღარი

🇦🇿 daha iyrənc

🇲🇽 más asqueroso

Etymology

The word 'sleazy' has origins traced back to the early 19th century, derived from the term 'sleaze,' which referred to something thin, insubstantial, or cheap. Originally, 'sleazy' described fabric of low quality, but as language evolved, it took on a more figurative meaning. By the late 1800s, the term began to refer to a certain sordidness or lack of moral integrity. The comparative form 'sleazier' emerged to describe an even greater degree of this negative attribute. By the 20th century, 'sleazy' became a common term in American slang, often applied to people, places, or situations that were considered untrustworthy or morally dubious. The evolution of the word reflects societal attitudes towards dishonesty and unethical behavior.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,825, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.