Synonyms for

Seedy

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

Definition

dirty, run-down, or in poor condition

Synonyms & similar words

seedless ailing undertheweather unwell seamy sleazy squalid peaked sickly sordid poorly scruffy indisposed shabby dilapidated grubby dingy filthy run-down sleazy squalid worn-out decayed ramshackle scruffy tattered tawdry unkempt unwholesome down-at-the-heels seamy sordid trashy

Example sentences

  1. The abandoned house looked seedy with broken windows and overgrown grass.
  2. The seedy part of town was known for its crime and drug activity.
  3. I felt uncomfortable in the seedy bar with its dim lighting and suspicious patrons.

Quotes

  • I always felt that if somebody didn't like me, it was because I was too seedy. I never felt it was because I wasn't a nice person.
  • The seedy side of life is like a quicksand. Once you step in, it's hard to get out.
  • The seedy underbelly of society is often hidden from view, but it's always there.

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