Definition

More dirty or unclean than something else.

Example

After playing outside all day, my clothes were grubbier than before.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe how much dirtier my room is compared to yours.

Yeah, mine gets pretty grubbier when I forget to clean.

I should probably do something about it before it gets worse.

Definitely! A clean space makes such a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grubbier is formed from "grubby" (from Middle English "grubbe", meaning dirty or soiled) and the comparative suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "grubbier" means more dirty or soiled than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'more dirty' ('grubby') when you add '-ier' to it, which helps you remember that 'grubbier' means dirtier.

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