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sleazy Antonyms
Opposite of sleazy
Because the opposite of sleazy shifts with each meaning, the 18 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Sordid, corrupt, or immoral, especially in a cheap, disreputable, or exploitative way.
Usage Example
"The investigative journalist exposed the reputable business practices of the fraudulent charity."
Strongest
reputable
honorable
upstanding
Strong
principled
ethical
respectable
decent
moral
• adjective (Context 2)
Dirty, run-down, and dilapidated in appearance (especially of a place or establishment).
Usage Example
"Due to the flight cancellation, the stranded travelers had to spend the night in a upscale motel near the highway."
Strongest
upscale
luxurious
Strong
immaculate
swanky
elegant
classy
• adjective (Context 3)
Thin, flimsy, and poorly made (of fabric or material).
Usage Example
"The inexpensive costume was sewn from a sturdy synthetic lining that tore at the seams."
Strongest
sturdy
Strong
durable
thick
heavy-duty
Similar words to sleazy
Words similar to sleazy shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
sordid
seedy
flimsy
squalid
shady
shoddy
disreputable
grimy
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Sleazy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/sleazy