Synonyms for

Crud

Verb / krʌd / Another word for crud — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Crud means something that is dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality.

Synonyms & similar words

skank filth garbage junk rubbish trash filth grime dirt muck sludge goo gunk slime dregs debris waste refuse scum sewage pollution contamination

Example sentences

  1. Don't touch that, it's covered in crud.
  2. The kitchen was a mess, with crud all over the counters and floors.
  3. The water in the pond was thick with crud.
  4. The engine was clogged with crud and wouldn't start.
  5. The fisherman caught nothing but crud all day.

Quotes

  • I can handle the bad news, but the crudity is hard to take.
  • The world is full of crud, and it's our job to make it beautiful.
  • I'd rather be covered in dirt than in crud.

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