Definition

Having more dust than something else; covered with more dust.

Example

The old attic was dustier than I remembered from my childhood.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed that the living room is getting dustier lately?

Yeah, I saw that too; we should probably clean it soon.

I guess we should make it a weekend project then.

Sounds good! A clean space will feel so much better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dustier → It is formed from "dust" (from Old English *dust*, meaning fine particles of earth or powder) and "-ier" (a comparative suffix indicating more of a quality). The word "dustier" means having more dust or being more covered in dust than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dust' as fine particles and remember that 'dustier' means having more dust than something else.

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