Soiled: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is repeated and already explained above.

General term for something that is not clean; can be applied to a wide range of objects, surfaces, or even behaviors.

• The windows are dirty and need to be cleaned
• My shoes got dirty after walking in the park

Typically used for marks or discolorations on surfaces and fabrics that are difficult to remove. Stains can be caused by substances like wine, ink, or blood.

• He spilled coffee on the carpet, leaving a brown stain
• The shirt had a noticeable ink stain that wouldn't come out

Refers specifically to the contamination of the environment, such as air, water, or soil, usually by harmful chemicals or waste products.

• Factories that pollute the air should be regulated
• Throwing plastic into the ocean pollutes the water and harms sea life

This word is often used to describe something that has been stained or made dirty, especially with substances like mud, food, or waste. It can imply that the object was previously clean.

• The child's clothes were soiled after playing in the mud
• The tablecloth was soiled with wine stains

This is a general term for something that is not clean, often used in everyday speech. It can refer to anything from minor dust to heavy grime.

• The kitchen floor is dirty and needs to be mopped
• His hands were dirty after working on the car

This word specifically refers to something covered in a layer of dirt or soot. It often carries a strong visual image of filth.

• The factory windows were grimy and difficult to see through
• After hiking all day, their faces were grimy with dust and sweat

This is a more formal word often used in contexts like health, hygiene, or religious practices. It implies a state of being not pure or sanitary.

• Make sure you don't touch food with unclean hands
• The kitchen was deemed unclean by the health inspector