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Definition of slovenliness

slovenliness

/ˈslʌv.ən.li.nəs/
slov · en · li · ness
Adverb:slovenlily
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Adjective:slovenly
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• noun

1

The quality or state of being untidy, unkempt, and dirty in personal appearance, dress, or living conditions.

Example

"His habitual slovenliness made a poor impression during the formal interview."

2

Habitual carelessness, negligence, or lack of precision in one's work, method, or habits.

Example

"The editor criticized the intellectual slovenliness evident in the unverified citations."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'slovenly', which comes from the late Middle English noun 'sloven' (an untidy or lazy person), likely borrowed from Middle Dutch 'sloef' (dirty or unkempt) or Flemish 'sloovin'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slovenliness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slovenliness
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