Definition

More messy or disorganized than something else.

Example

Her room is untidier than her brother's.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I can't believe how much messier my room has gotten recently.

Yeah, mine is getting untidier too, especially with all the new stuff I bought.

Do you think we should have a cleaning day this weekend?

Definitely! It would be nice to make our rooms less untidier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Untidier → It is formed from the prefix "un-" (meaning not) and the root "tidy" (from Old English *tidy*, meaning neat or orderly) combined with the comparative suffix "-ier" (indicating a greater degree). The word "untidier" means more not neat or less orderly than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not neat' ('un-') and 'tidy' to remember that 'untidier' means something is more messy or less organized.

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