dirty; filthy; despicable; narrow-minded
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesadjective
dirty; filthy; unclean; squalid
Describes physical dirt, stains, or unsanitary conditions.
This room is too dirty and needs a thorough cleaning.
He walked in wearing dirty clothes, and there was a strange odor on him.
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The corner was piled with dirty clutter and garbage.
adjective
despicable; vile; mean; contemptible; base
Figurative use to describe a person's immoral character, despicable behavior, or dirty tricks. Often used in the set phrase 卑鄙龌龊.
Everyone can see his despicable intentions—he just wants to take advantage of others.
It's truly shameful to compete using such despicable and dirty means.
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He appears sanctimonious on the surface, but behind the scenes he commits all kinds of despicable deeds.
Stop thinking about those dirty/vile things and do something proper.
adjective
narrow-minded; petty; small-minded; fussy about trivialities
literaryLiterary or formal written usage, describing someone who is overly concerned with minor details and lacks breadth of mind.
This person is narrow-minded and cannot accomplish great things.
A petty, narrow-minded scholar is insufficient to discuss great matters of the world.
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He is narrow-minded and very petty as a person, often haggling over every little thing.