Definition of Slovenly

having a dirty appearance

Examples of Slovenly in a sentence

The man’s slovenly dress was a result of him being homeless for a month.  🔊

Because Jan is a pet hoarder, with over twenty cats, it is not surprising that she lives in a slovenly home.  🔊

In the animated series, the slovenly dark-skinned child always has a puff of dirt following him.  🔊

Although Warren is very wealthy, he still lives in the slovenly neighborhood where he grew up as an underprivileged youth.  🔊

Once the slovenly stray was cleaned, he looked quite adorable.  🔊

Who would have thought such a well-dressed woman would date a slovenly man who looks like he lives in a garbage can?  🔊

Since Bridgett spends most of her time in class, she rarely cleans her slovenly dorm room.  🔊

The inmates have written the governor a letter complaining about the slovenly and unsanitary prison conditions.  🔊

After a night of wild partying, a slovenly-looking Carl came in to work wearing yesterday’s clothes.  🔊

Jenna’s slovenly habits contrast greatly with her husband’s need to keep everything neat and tidy.  🔊

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