dirty
dirty
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling of "dirty" is:
ˈdɜːti
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
dɜː
/d/: voiced alveolar stop
/ɜː/: mid central vowel, long
ti
/t/: voiceless alveolar stop
/ɪ/: near-close near-front unrounded vowel
Word Form Variations
The word "dirty" primarily functions as an adjective. However, it can also be used as a verb. Here are the word form variations:
Adjective:
dirty (singular and plural) - This form is used to describe something that is unclean or soiled.
Verb:
dirtied (past tense) - This form is used to describe the act of making something dirty.
dirtied (past participle) - This form can be used as an adjective to describe something that has been made dirty, or as part of a perfect verb tense.
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Adjective
Dirty: Not clean; covered with dirt, grime, or other impurities.
Synonyms: unclean, soiled, filthy, grimy, muddy
Antonyms: clean, pure, spotless
Verb
Dirtied: Made dirty or soiled.
Synonyms: soiled, stained, polluted, befouled
Antonyms: cleaned, purified
Noun (Informal)
A dirty: A difficult or unpleasant task or job.
Synonyms: chore, ordeal, hassle
Antonyms: pleasure, delight
Adjective (Informal)
Dirty: Immoral, dishonest, or unfair.
Synonyms: corrupt, dishonest, unethical
Antonyms: honest, fair, moral
Adjective (Informal, Slang)
Dirty: Obscene, vulgar, or sexually suggestive.
Synonyms: lewd, indecent, crude
Antonyms: clean, pure, innocent
Examples of Use
Literature
Classic Literature: "The streets were dirty and the air was foul." (Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist)
Modern Fiction: "He wiped the dirty sweat from his brow and sighed." (John Grisham, The Firm)
News and Journalism
Newspaper Article: "The city's streets were left dirty and littered after the protest." (The New York Times)
Online News: "The oil spill left the coastline dirty and polluted." (BBC News)
Entertainment
Movies: "You dirty rat!" (A common insult in many films, such as Casablanca)
TV Shows: "You're a dirty, rotten scoundrel!" (A common insult in many TV shows, such as Looney Tunes)
Music: "Dirty Little Secret" by All-American Rejects (A song title implying a hidden, shameful act)
General Discourse
Everyday Conversation: "I need to take a shower; I'm feeling dirty."
Slang: "That's a dirty trick!" (Used to describe a dishonest or unfair action)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Dirty
"The function of muscle is to pull and not to push, except in the case of the genitals and the tongue." (Anonymous)
"You're a dirty, rotten scoundrel!" (Common insult in many TV shows, such as Looney Tunes)
"I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig. You get dirty, and besides, the pig likes it." (George Bernard Shaw)
"Politics is a dirty game." (Common saying)
"The streets were dirty and the air was foul." (Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist)
"You dirty rat!" (Common insult in many films, such as Casablanca)
"That's a dirty trick!" (Common slang expression)
"The best way to learn is by doing. The only way to build a strong work ethic is getting your hands dirty." (Unknown)
"The activist is not the man who says the river is dirty. The activist is the man who cleans up the river." (Unknown)
"I thank God I was raised Catholic, so sex will always be dirty." (Quentin Tarantino)
Etymology
The word "dirty" has a pretty simple history. It comes from an older English word, "dritti," which meant the same thing: not clean, covered in dirt or grime. Over time, the word changed a little bit, and we ended up with "dirty."
The first time we see "dirty" written down was around the 1500s. Back then, it was used just like we use it today, to describe something that wasn't clean. So, the word "dirty" has been around for a long time, and it's been used in pretty much the same way for centuries.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Dirty
Here are some common phrases and idioms using the word "dirty":
Dirty work: This refers to unpleasant or difficult tasks.
Dirty tricks: These are dishonest or unfair tactics used to gain an advantage.
Dirty laundry: This refers to private or embarrassing secrets.
Dirty look: This is a disapproving or angry glance.
Dirty mind: This refers to someone who often thinks about sexual or vulgar things.
Dirty old man: This is a derogatory term for an older man who is overly interested in young women.
Dirty secret: This is a secret that is shameful or embarrassing.
Get down and dirty: This means to get involved in something seriously or intensely.
Wash one's dirty linen in public: This means to discuss private or embarrassing matters publicly.
A dirty dog: This is an informal term for a dishonest or unpleasant person.
Please note that some of these phrases have more vulgar or offensive connotations, so it's important to use them appropriately.
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Definition of dirty from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
