Definition

Having a lot of dust on the surface or being covered with fine particles.

Example

The old book sat on the shelf, dusty and forgotten.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I found an old book in the attic that was really dusty.

Oh really? Those are usually the best finds!

Yeah, it had some dusty pages, but the stories were amazing.

That's awesome! I love discovering hidden gems like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dusty → It is formed from "dust" (from Old English *dust*, meaning fine particles of matter) and "-y" (a suffix used to form adjectives meaning characterized by or having the quality of). The word "dusty" describes something that is characterized by or covered in fine particles of dust.

Memory Tip

Think of fine particles of matter ('dust') that cover surfaces, and remember that 'dusty' means having a lot of dust.

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