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squalid
dirty and wretched
In more detail
1. (adjective) extremely dirty and unpleasant, in bad condition
2. (adjective) morally corrupt or shameful; involving dishonest or illegal activity
Examples
- 1. They lived in a squalid apartment with broken windows and no running water.
- 2. The politician was involved in squalid dealings that ruined his reputation.
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