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grimy Synonyms

Another word for grimy

Choosing another word for grimy depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Covered with or characterized by deeply ingrained dirt, soot, or grease.

Usage Example

"The mechanic wiped his begrimed hands on a clean shop towel before inspecting the engine."

Strongest
begrimed
dirty
filthy
Strong
grubby
sooty
soiled
dingy
mucky
gritty
smudged

• adjective (Context 2)

Sordid, sleazy, or morally unpleasant in character or atmosphere.

Usage Example

"The investigative journalist exposed the sordid underworld of municipal corruption."

Strongest
sordid
Strong
sleazy
seedy
squalid
seamy
unsavory
shady

Opposites of grimy

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

spotless
immaculate
clean
wholesome
pristine
unsoiled
respectable
reputable
See all opposites of grimy

• Nearby Words

grimly
grimness
grimoire
grimy
grin
grinch
grind

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Grimy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/grimy
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