What does SOOTY mean?

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Sooty is an adjective.

Definitions:

• covered or marked with soot; smudged
• of a dark, dull, or dingy color

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsuːti/
• UK: /ˈsʊti/

Origin and Usage:

The word sooty is derived from the noun soot, which is a black, powdery substance consisting mainly of carbon that is produced when organic matter is burned. Sooty is used to describe something that is covered or marked with soot or has a dark, dull, or dingy color. It is commonly used to describe the appearance of chimneys, fireplaces, or other objects that have been exposed to smoke or fire.

Synonyms:

• blackened
• smudged
• dirty
• grimy
• soiled

Related Words:

• dirty
• grime
• smoky
• stain
• fumes

Example Sentences:

• The chimney was sooty and needed to be cleaned.
• Her hands were sooty from working on the car engine.
• The old building had a sooty appearance from years of exposure to pollution.