filth

[ filth ]

noun

1. offensive or disgusting dirt or refuse; foul matter:

   the filth dumped into our rivers.

2. foul condition:

   to live in filth.

3. moral impurity, corruption, or obscenity.
4. vulgar or obscene language or thought.

filth

/ fɪlθ /

noun

1. foul or disgusting dirt; refuse
2. extreme physical or moral uncleanliness; pollution
3. vulgarity or obscenity, as in language
4. the filth derogatory.
   the police

Word History and Origins

Origin of filth¹

before 1000; Middle English; Old English fȳlth. See foul, -th ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of filth¹

Old English fӯlth ; related to Old Saxon, Old High German fūlitha ; see foul , defile

Example Sentences

“There is nothing compassionate about letting these individuals live in filth and squalor, rather than getting them the help that they need.”

From Los Angeles Times

"The increased human presence has also created more filth, attracting stray dogs who kill the birds or destroy their eggs," Mr Dookia says.

From BBC

The lieutenant governor had called LGBTQ+ people "filth" and advocated for brushing up on Adolf Hitler quotes.

From Salon

“We just want to get rid of the filth.”

From Los Angeles Times

Recorded by The Lovin' Spoonful, Summer In The City is a 1960s rock classic, full of ominous organ chords and powerful drum hits that capture the sticky filth of an oppressive heatwave.

From BBC

Related Words

• grime
• slime
• smut