as in filthy
not clean
this mirror is so grimy you can barely see your reflection in it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of grimy
To help disguise utility panels or a grimy exterior, try an artificial living wall, such as the 31-inch faux foliage hedge By Primrue ($172.99 from Wayfair).
—
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
Gliding between sublime melodies and grimy, guttural dissonance, the record is cinematic in its acoustic grandeur and intimate in its inspection – à la Mitski and Anohni and the Johnsons.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 29 May 2025
For starters, the grizzled, grimy Rob is increasingly wounded and covered in blood as the evening proceeds.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 May 2025
From wandering cats to grimy floors, health inspectors in Missouri and Kansas found numerous violations at Kansas City area restaurants in May.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for grimy
The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
Gliding between sublime melodies and grimy, guttural dissonance, the record is cinematic in its acoustic grandeur and intimate in its inspection – à la Mitski and Anohni and the Johnsons.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 29 May 2025
For starters, the grizzled, grimy Rob is increasingly wounded and covered in blood as the evening proceeds.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 May 2025
From wandering cats to grimy floors, health inspectors in Missouri and Kansas found numerous violations at Kansas City area restaurants in May.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for grimy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grimy
Adjective
-
The room was filthy, prescription bottles around the room, one bed with no sheets.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
27 June 2025
-
Photograph: Chris Null As anyone who’s ever stuck a cotton swab in there knows, your ear canal is a filthy, disgusting place.—
Christopher Null,
Wired News,
22 June 2025
Adjective
-
This record is a gentle correction for listeners who think of blues as either dusty or loud.—
Philip Martin,
Arkansas Online,
19 June 2025
-
Workers in overalls walk down dusty streets that turn into dusty tracks before petering out to nowhere.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
Adjective
-
Finally, never reuse dirty water as toddlers and pets might accidentally swallow it.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2025
-
To properly load a dishwasher for maximum cleaning power, place dishes in the dishwasher with the dirty side facing the jets, with taller items around the outside.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 June 2025
Adjective
-
In its time open, fueled by fans of its blackened mahi and buttery lobster rolls, owner Mike Smith has expanded his footprint, moving into a larger stall in the popular food hall — which has allowed for a menu expansion, as well.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Dec. 2022
-
There are no glamorous furnishings — just a French window, its blackened panes suggesting the dark of night.—
Christopher Knight,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Oct. 2022
Adjective
-
Furthermore, stormy weather in Stockholm meant the muddy pitch would favour the hosts’ more pragmatic style.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
-
Earlier pressings of this record sounded muddy and boxed in, but here, the piano sparkles and the guitar cuts.—
Philip Martin,
Arkansas Online,
19 June 2025
Adjective
-
Leavitt held up the note to reporters, which appeared to have been written by Trump using his signature black Sharpie.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
30 June 2025
-
And, in addition to versatile black or white, the range now includes 12 total color options, including vibrant red, blue, and hot pink.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
30 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Grimy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grimy. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share