Definition of Squalid

extremely dirty and unpleasant

Examples of Squalid in a sentence

The homeless man had no choice but to sleep in squalid conditions.  🔊

During the war, many prisoners had to live in squalid camps where water and food were in short supply.  🔊

The abandoned house was squalid and filled with rats.  🔊

When the health inspector saw the squalid conditions of the restaurant, he insisted the owners close the establishment immediately.  🔊

There were roaches and ants inside of the squalid motel.  🔊

Since Frank’s wife died, he has done nothing but remain inside of his squalid home that looks as though it has not been cleaned in years.  🔊

The kidnapped little girl was kept in a squalid shed that contained nothing but a filthy mattress.  🔊

Because the landlord allowed his tenants to live in squalid conditions, he was sentenced to nine months in jail by the state judge.  🔊

The murder took place in a squalid building that was occupied mostly by drug dealers and gang members.  🔊

Although Regina is now a wealthy woman who lives in a mansion, she has never forgotten her early years in the squalid one-bedroom apartment.  🔊

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