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sleazy.

Marked by low quality; inferior; inadequate.

6 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˈsliː.zi/
  1. Marked by low quality; inferior; inadequate.

  2. Raunchy or perverted in nature; tastelessly sexual.

  3. Untrustworthy, unethical.

  4. Thin and flimsy.

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Where this word comes from

Etymology tree Ancient Greek Σιλίγγαι (Silíngai)bor. Latin Silingaeder.? Old Polish Ślężader. Old Polish Ślęzader.? Old Polish śląg /ślęgder.? Late Latin Silesialbor. English Silesia English silesia? English sleazy Origin obscure. Possibly a corruption of silesia. Silesia was formerly the most important location of Germany’s weaving industry.

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