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grubby Synonyms

Another word for grubby

Choosing another word for grubby 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 in dirt, grime, or grease; unclean and untidy in appearance.

Usage Example

"The children came inside from the garden with grimy hands and mud-streaked boots."

Strongest
grimy
dirty
filthy
Strong
soiled
dingy
scruffy
smudged
unkempt

• adjective (Context 2)

Contemptible, sordid, or lacking moral integrity; motivated by base or selfish interests.

Usage Example

"The investigation uncovered a sordid financial arrangement between the developer and local officials."

Strongest
sordid
seedy
Strong
sleazy
squalid
shabby
seedier
unsavory
disreputable
ignoble

Opposites of grubby

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

clean
spotless
honorable
reputable
immaculate
noble
ethical
pristine
See all opposites of grubby

• Nearby Words

grr
grub
grubbiness
grubby
grubworm
grudge
grudging

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