SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
slovenly
adjective
Carelessly untidy in appearance, habits, or work.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Carelessly untidy
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Usage distinction
Return to topSlovenly can describe appearance or work. Disheveled focuses on disorderly appearance; slipshod criticizes careless execution.
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See slovenly in use
A slovenly draft hid several good ideas beneath inconsistent formatting.
A slovenly bundle of costumes caused a separate problem because pieces were crumpled together and their labels had fallen off.
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