Slobbish Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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slobbish
slob-bish
Definition
behavior
Characterized by laziness, untidiness, or careless habits.
Synonyms
messy, sloppy, slovenly, untidy.
Examples of usage
- He was fired from his job because of his slobbish behavior.
- She lived in a slobbish apartment with dirty dishes everywhere.
- Don't be so slobbish, clean up after yourself!
- I can't stand his slobbish attitude towards work.
- Her slobbish appearance made a bad impression on the interviewer.
Translations
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Quick facts about “slobbish”
Slobbish is a 2-syllable adjective (slob-bish). On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 4 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #43,470 among the most common English words.
Origin of 'slobbish'
The word 'slobbish' originated from the noun 'slob,' which dates back to the late 18th century. Originally, 'slob' referred to a dirty, untidy, or lazy person. Over time, the adjectival form 'slobbish' emerged to describe behavior or habits that are characteristic of a slob. The word has since been used to criticize individuals for their laziness or untidiness.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,470, 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.