Definition

The state of being very dirty or unclean.

Example

The filthiness of the abandoned house made it uninhabitable.

Conversation

Did you see the state of that old house?

Yeah, it's full of filthiness inside, really disgusting.

I can't believe anyone would live like that.

Right? It's surprising how some people ignore such filthiness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Filthiness → It is formed from "filth" (from Old English *filt*, meaning dirt or refuse) and "-iness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "filthiness" refers to the state of being dirty or unclean.

Memory Tip

Think of 'filth' as dirt and 'iness' as the quality of being. This helps you remember that 'filthiness' means the quality of being dirty.

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