Definition

The condition of being dirty or not clean.

Example

The uncleanness of the room made it uncomfortable to stay in.

Conversation

Did you see how messy the kitchen was after the party?

Yeah, the uncleanness really bothered me.

I know, right? We should have cleaned up right away.

Definitely! It would have saved us from dealing with that later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncleanness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "clean" (from Old English *clæne*, meaning free from dirt or impurities) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "uncleanness" refers to the state of being not clean or dirty.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'clean' to describe a state of being dirty or impure.

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