Definition

Not clean; covered with dirt or grime, or morally wrong.

Example

The children came inside with dirty hands after playing in the mud.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see how dirty the kitchen was after the party?

Yeah, it was a total mess!

I can't believe we let it get that dirty.

I know, we should clean up right away.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Not clean; covered with dirt or stains.

Example

The child played outside and came back dirty.

Conversation

Did you see how he played that game?Dirty moves all around!

Yeah, I couldn't believe he would play so dirty.

It's all about winning for some people, I guess.

Definition

To become unclean or stained.

Example

The children played outside and got dirty.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I just noticed my shoes are getting really dirty from all the rain.

Yeah, it's been pretty wet lately, hasn't it?

I guess I should clean them before they get too dirty to fix.

Definition

To make something unclean or to cause it to be covered with dirt.

Example

He accidentally dirtied his shirt while eating.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't believe how the rain dirty my car yesterday.

Yeah, it really does get messy after a storm.

I should probably clean it before it gets worse.

Root Explanation

Dirty → This word originates from Old English 'dirt', meaning filth or soil. The term 'dirty' describes something that is covered with or marked by dirt.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dirt' as something that makes things unclean — that's why 'dirty' means covered with dirt.

Visually Confused Words