Squalor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskwɒlə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Squalor is a noun meaning Filthiness and degradation, as from neglect or poverty.
Meaning
Filthiness and degradation, as from neglect or poverty.
Example Sentences
bring this sort of squalor among the upper classes
The heterogenous indigent multitude, everywhere wearing nearly the same aspect of squalor.
We’re living in squalor That’s the name of this house This house is called squalor by all There’s a door broken somewhere but I never can remember quite where.
Word Forms
- squalors
Synonyms for squalor
Depending on context, synonyms include squalidness, foulness, filthiness, squalidity, sordidness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include squalidness, sordidness, filth, suffering, misery, wretchedness.
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