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SEAMY (seamier, seamiest)
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Irregular inflected forms: seamier , seamiest
, seamiest Dictionary entry overview: What does seamy mean?
• SEAMY (adjective)
The adjective SEAMY has 2 senses:
1. showing a seam
2. morally degraded
Familiarity information: SEAMY used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
| Declension: comparative and superlative |
Comparative: seamier
Superlative: seamiest
Superlative: seamiest
Sense 1
Meaning:
Showing a seam
Similar:
seamed (having or joined by a seam or seams)
Derivation:
seam (joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Morally degraded
Synonyms:
seamy; seedy; sleazy; sordid; squalid
Context example:
the squalid atmosphere of intrigue and betrayal
Similar:
disreputable (lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance)
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