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SEAMY
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Irregular inflected forms: seamier , seamiest
I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Example:
the squalid atmosphere of intrigue and betrayal
Synonyms:
seamy; seedy; sleazy; sordid; squalid
Classified under:
Similar:
disreputable (lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Classified under:
Similar:
seamed (having or joined by a seam or seams)
Derivation:
seam (joint consisting of a line formed by joining two pieces)