scummy (Meaning)

Wordnet

scummy (s)

of the most contemptible kind

covered with scum

Webster

scummy (a.)

Covered with scum; of the nature of scum.

scummy Sentence Examples

  1. The abandoned house had a scummy pool in the backyard, filled with stagnant water and debris.
  2. He recoiled at the sight of the scummy film on the surface of the dishwater.
  3. The alley behind the restaurant was dimly lit and had a scummy atmosphere, making it an unappealing shortcut.
  4. After weeks of neglect, the bathtub was coated in a scummy layer that required vigorous scrubbing to remove.
  5. The scummy pond emitted a foul odor that permeated the air around it.
  6. She refused to swim in the lake due to its scummy appearance, fearing what lurked beneath the surface.
  7. The old motel had scummy walls, stained carpets, and a musty smell that lingered in every room.
  8. Despite its popularity, the bar had gained a reputation for its scummy clientele and questionable hygiene standards.
  9. The scummy residue left behind by the leaky faucet needed to be wiped clean regularly to prevent mold growth.
  10. The riverbank was littered with scummy trash, evidence of the careless disposal habits of nearby residents.

FAQs About the word scummy

of the most contemptible kind, covered with scumCovered with scum; of the nature of scum.

grubby, hateful, nasty, lame,dirty, vile, pitiful, wretched, mean, despicable

commendable, honest, laudable, principled, noble, reputable, upright, praiseworthy, admirable, honest

The abandoned house had a scummy pool in the backyard, filled with stagnant water and debris.

He recoiled at the sight of the scummy film on the surface of the dishwater.

The alley behind the restaurant was dimly lit and had a scummy atmosphere, making it an unappealing shortcut.

After weeks of neglect, the bathtub was coated in a scummy layer that required vigorous scrubbing to remove.