Vocabulary Entry

slovenly

|adjective • adverb

adjective

Careless, untidy, or showing a lack of attention to detail.

Example Sentences

"Her slovenly appearance made a poor impression at the interview."

"The kitchen was left in a slovenly state after the party."

"He had a slovenly way of speaking that often confused his listeners."

adverb

Example Sentences

"The papers were scattered slovenly across the desk."

"She dressed slovenly for the occasion, which surprised everyone."

"He spoke slovenly, combining words and mumbling incoherently."