scuzzy

[ skuhz-ee ]

adjective

, Slang.

, scuzz·i·er, scuzz·i·est.

1. dirty, grimy, sordid, or repulsive; disgusting.

scuzzy

/ ˈskʌzɪ /

adjective

1. slang.
   unkempt, dirty, or squalid

Word History and Origins

Origin of scuzzy¹

First recorded in 1965–70; expressive coinage; compare similar phonetic components of scum, fuzzy, lousy, sleazy

Word History and Origins

Origin of scuzzy¹

C20: perhaps from disgusting or perhaps from a blend of scum and fuzz

Example Sentences

A product of the Los Angeles club scene of the late 1970s, Great White played scuzzy but tuneful rock in the proudly debauched hair-metal tradition; Mark Kendall’s guitars chugged and squealed, while Russell’s voice could evoke the manly shriek of Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant.

From Los Angeles Times

Norah Jones, “Running” Scuzzy in a good way.

From Los Angeles Times

Scuzzy daredevil Jeanie arrives at their living community after a disastrous fire, leaving Molly enthralled.

From Los Angeles Times

Songs from “Hyperdrama,” like the four-on-the-floor thump of “Neverender” and the relentless “Generator,” fit seamlessly with “D.A.N.C.E.,” the buoyant single that earned its first Grammy nominations, and the scuzzy strut of “Phantom.”

From New York Times

The Birthday Party favored a rancorous spirit, writing scuzzy songs and descending into mayhem at every turn.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• abominable
• awful
• creepy
• distasteful
• gruesome
• hateful
• horrific
• loathsome
• nasty
• objectionable
• obnoxious
• odious
• outrageous
• repugnant
• scandalous
• shameless
• shocking
• vile
• vulgar