slovenly
Pronunciation: /ˈslʌv.ən.li/
The English word “slovenly” has 4 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Having an untidy appearance; unkempt.
- Dirty, unwashed; disorderly.
- Careless or negligent; sloppy.
adverb
- In a slovenly manner.
Etymology
From sloven + -ly.
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