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Scruffy

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

Definition

Scruffy means untidy, messy, or unkempt in appearance.

Synonyms & similar words

seedy untidy messy unkempt slovenly shabby ragged disheveled rumpled unwashed bedraggled grubby mussed tousled sloppy frayed tangled raggedy disorderly dingy slapdash

Example sentences

  1. The boys scruffy hair stuck up in all directions.
  2. She wore a scruffy old t-shirt and ripped jeans.
  3. The scruffy cat had dirt on its paws.
  4. His room was always scruffy with clothes scattered everywhere.
  5. The abandoned house had a scruffy yard full of weeds.

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