uncleaner

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ʌnˈkliːnər/

KK: /ʌnˈklinər/

adjective

Definition

Not clean; dirty or soiled.

Example

The uncleaner areas of the house need to be tidied up.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more unclean

Superlative: most unclean

Conversation

Have you seen the kitchen? It's even uncleaner than I thought.

Yeah, I noticed that too. We really need to clean it up.

I can't believe how messy it got so quickly.

Let's tackle it together this weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dirtier

messier

grubbier

Antonyms

cleaner

neater

tidier

Root Explanation

Uncleaner → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "clean" (from Old English *clæne*, meaning free from dirt or impurities) and the suffix "-er" (meaning one who). The word "uncleaner" refers to one who is not clean or makes something unclean.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'free from dirt' ('clean') — so an uncleaner is someone who is not clean.

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