Slatternly

Pronunciation: /ˈslætərnli/

Definitions of slatternly

adjective untidy and dirty as a result of being lazy or neglectful

Example Sentences

A1 She always leaves her room so slatternly.

A2 The slatternly appearance of the house indicated a lack of care.

B1 The slatternly maid was constantly reprimanded for her untidiness.

B2 The slatternly state of the kitchen was a reflection of the neglect in the household.

C1 Her slatternly habits were a source of frustration for her roommates.

C2 The slatternly condition of the office was unacceptable to the management.

Examples of slatternly in a Sentence

formal The slatternly appearance of the housekeeper was a constant source of embarrassment for the homeowner.

informal She always looks so slatternly whenever she's running late for work.

slang I can't believe she went out looking so slatternly, it's like she didn't even try.

figurative The slatternly state of the garden reflected the neglect and disarray in the owner's life.

Grammatical Forms of slatternly

• past tense: slatterned
• plural: slatterns
• comparative: more slatternly
• superlative: most slatternly
• present tense: slatterns
• future tense: will slattern
• perfect tense: have slatterned
• continuous tense: is slatterning
• singular: slatternly
• positive degree: slatternly
• infinitive: to slattern
• gerund: slatterning
• participle: slatterned

Origin and Evolution of slatternly

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'slatternly' originated from Middle English, derived from the word 'slater', meaning a woman who is untidy or dirty in appearance.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'slatternly' has evolved to encompass not just physical untidiness but also a lack of care or attention to one's appearance or duties.