Filth
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fɪlθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Filth is a noun meaning Dirt; foul matter; that which soils or defiles.
Meaning
Dirt; foul matter; that which soils or defiles.
More Meanings
- Smut; that which sullies or defiles the moral character; corruption; pollution.
- (derogatory, uncountable) A vile or disgusting person.
- (US, agriculture, dated) Weeds growing on pasture land.
- (UK, Ireland, derogatory, slang) The police.
Example Sentences
Grampa remembers when he had to cut filth with a scythe.
He spends all his time watching filth on pornographic websites.
We were in the middle of stashing the money when the filth arrived.
Before we start cooking we need to clean up the filth in this kitchen.
Word Forms
- filths
Synonyms for filth
Depending on context, synonyms include soil, stain, grease, dirt, nastiness, foulness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grime, filthiness, nastiness, stain, grease, dirt.
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