Sordidest: meaning, definitions and examples

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sordidest

 

[ ˈsɔːrdɪdəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

morally vile

Sordidest refers to something that is extremely dirty, filthy, or morally despicable. It is often used to describe actions, behaviors, or conditions that are considered the worst in terms of morality or cleanliness.

Synonyms

dirtiest, filthiest, most contemptible, most vile.

Examples of usage

  • The sordidest parts of the city were avoided by most.
  • His sordidest deeds came to light during the investigation.
  • The sordidest rumors circulated about the celebrity's private life.

Translations

Translations of the word "sordidest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais sórdido

🇮🇳 सबसे गंदा

🇩🇪 schmutzigsten

🇮🇩 paling kotor

🇺🇦 найбрудніший

🇵🇱 najbrudniejszy

🇯🇵 最も不潔な

🇫🇷 le plus sordide

🇪🇸 el más sórdido

🇹🇷 en pis

🇰🇷 가장 지저분한

🇸🇦 الأكثر قذارة

🇨🇿 nejšpinavější

🇸🇰 najšpinavší

🇨🇳 最肮脏的

🇸🇮 najbolj umazan

🇮🇸 saurasti

🇰🇿 ең лас

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ჭუჭყიანი

🇦🇿 ən çirkli

🇲🇽 el más sucio

Etymology

The word 'sordidest' is derived from the adjective 'sordid', which comes from the Latin word 'sordidus', meaning 'dirty, filthy, or vile'. The root can be traced back to 'sordere', which means 'to be dirty or to be foul'. 'Sordid' entered the English language in the early 17th century, with its meaning evolving to encompass both physical and moral dirtiness. The superlative form 'sordidest' simply indicates the highest degree of sordidness. Over time, it has retained its emotional weight, often used to describe situations or actions that are morally reprehensible. The use of sordid and its variations highlights the importance of context, as its connotations can vary based on the subject matter, whether it be related to social issues or personal character.