Meaning of Filth
A state of being very dirty or disgusting material.
In simple words: Very dirty or something disgusting.
Filth in a sentence
- The house was covered in filth after the party.
- He couldn't stand the filth in the abandoned building.
- The documentary exposed the filth that corporations ignore.
- She wrote a book about the filth of urban life.
- The boy ran through the muddy filth at the playground.
How to use Filth
Use 'filth' for referring to dirt or moral corruption. More common in written contexts. Avoid in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
'Filth' sounds like 'fill-th', imagine filling a space with dirt.
Related words
Collocations with Filth
- moral filth
- filth and grime
- filth of poverty
Opposites of Filth
- cleanliness
- purity
Common mistakes with Filth
- Confusing 'filth' with 'litter'.
- Using 'filth' only for physical dirt; it can refer to moral issues too.
- Using 'filth' in overly formal contexts.
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Frequently asked questions about Filth
What does Filth mean?
Very dirty or something disgusting.
What is the definition of Filth?
A state of being very dirty or disgusting material.
How do you use Filth in a sentence?
The house was covered in filth after the party.
Can you give another example of Filth?
He couldn't stand the filth in the abandoned building.
What are synonyms for Filth?
Common alternatives include dirt, squalor, muck, pollution, garbage.
What is the opposite of Filth?
Opposite meanings include cleanliness, purity.
What words go with Filth?
It commonly pairs with moral filth, filth and grime, filth of poverty.
What are common mistakes when using Filth?
Confusing 'filth' with 'litter'. Using 'filth' only for physical dirt; it can refer to moral issues too. Using 'filth' in overly formal contexts.
How do you pronounce Filth?
US: //fɪlθ//, UK: //fɪlθ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Filth?
Use 'filth' for referring to dirt or moral corruption. More common in written contexts. Avoid in casual conversation.