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grime Synonyms

Another word for grime

Choosing another word for grime depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Dirt, soot, or other filthy matter that is ingrained in or adhering to a surface.

Usage Example

"The restoration team spent weeks meticulously removing centuries of accumulated dirt from the cathedral's stonework."

Strongest
dirt
filth
Strong
soot
smut
muck
gunk
crud
scum
grit
Weak
sludge

• verb (Context 2)

To soil or cover something heavily with dirt, soot, or filth.

Usage Example

"The mechanic's hands were deeply grimed with oil and grease after a long day in the shop."

Strongest
begrime
soil
dirty
Strong
smudge
smear
besmirch
befoul
stain
sully
foul

Opposites of grime

The opposite of grime shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

clean
cleanse
wash
cleanliness
scrub
scour
purity
purify
See all opposites of grime

• Nearby Words

grillwork
grim
grimace
grime
grimily
griminess
grimly

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Grime. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/grime
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