uncleanly
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈklɛnli/
KK: /ʌnˈklɛnli/
adjective
Definition
Not clean; dirty or unkempt in appearance or condition.
Example
The uncleanly room was filled with dust and clutter.
Conversation
I can’t believe how uncleanly that kitchen was last night.
I know, right? It was a mess everywhere!
It's hard to enjoy cooking in such an uncleanly space.
Totally! We should definitely clean it up together next time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dirty
filthy
soiled
Antonyms
clean
pure
neat
adverb
Definition
In a way that is dirty or not clean.
Example
The room was left uncleanly, with trash scattered everywhere.
Conversation
Did you see how he left the kitchen after cooking?
Yeah, it was really messy and uncleanly done.
I can't believe he didn't even try to clean it up.
Root Explanation
Uncleanly → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "clean" (from Old English *clæne*, meaning free from dirt or impurities) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "uncleanly" means in a manner that is not clean or free from dirt.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'clean' — this helps you remember that 'uncleanly' means not clean.
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