What does SEAMY mean?

seamy

Parts of Speech: adjective

Definition: morally degraded, unpleasant, sordid, or unpleasantly revealing.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈsiːmi/; UK: /ˈsiːmi/

Origin and Usage: The word "seamy" originated from the word "seam," which refers to the joint or line formed by sewing two pieces together. The term "seamy" was first used in the 16th century to describe the underside of a piece of fabric, which was considered less attractive than the smoother side. Over time, the term "seamy" began to be used metaphorically to describe the less attractive or unpleasant aspects of something.

Synonyms: sordid, unpleasant, unsavory, unsightly, distasteful.

Related Words: shame, samey, seam, semi, emyds.

Example Sentences:

1. The seamy underbelly of the city was exposed in the documentary.
2. The detectives investigation led him to the seamy world of organized crime.
3. The seamy details of the celebritys personal life were exposed in the tabloids.