Seamy (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Showing a seam.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her old coat had a seamy lining that was visible through the worn-out fabric.
- The manufacturer apologized for the defect by explaining that the seamy construction was a result of a malfunctioning sewing machine.
- After years of wear and tear, the seamy edges of his jeans had begun to fray and unravel.
- She noticed that the cheap synthetic fabric had a seamy texture that made her skin crawl.
- In addition to the loose threads, the garment had an overall seamy appearance that detracted from its design.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Morally degraded; "a seedy district"; "the seamy side of life"; "sleazy characters hanging around casinos"; "sleazy storefronts with...dirt on the walls"- Seattle Weekly; "the sordid details of his orgies stank under his very nostrils"- James Joyce; "the squalid atmosphere of intrigue and betrayal".
Classification
All adjective clusters.