slovenly meaning
UK US /ˈslʌvənli/ 3 syllables
slovenly (adjective): negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt.
Definition of slovenly
- negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt
- filled the door with her frowzy bulk
- frowzy white hair
- slovenly appearance
Similar: untidy
Related forms: sloven, slovenliness
How to pronounce slovenly
slovenly is pronounced /ˈslʌvənli/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Word lists: words starting with SL · words ending in LY · 8-letter words
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