adj
skanky
SKANG-kee
adj
1
Dirty, grimy, or unpleasant in a disgusting way.
"The motel room smelled skanky and looked like it hadn't been cleaned in weeks."
How to Use Skanky
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for grubby or repulsive; can also be used as a crude insult about a person.
When to use it
Informal and often vulgar slang — avoid in formal writing.
Word Forms
skankier comparative, skankiest superlative
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Etymology
From "skank" plus "-y."