unkemptness

Thân thiện

His unkemptness was apparent from his wrinkled shirt and messy hair.

Definition

Noun: A state or condition of being messy, untidy, or not properly cared for. It refers to a lack of neatness, order, or grooming.

Usage

The word "unkemptness" is used to describe the quality or state of something (often a person's appearance, hair, or a place) that is disorderly, neglected, or not maintained. It is a formal synonym for messiness or dishevelment.

Examples

• The unkemptness of the old garden showed it had been abandoned for years.
• Despite his intelligence, his professional image was hurt by the general unkemptness of his attire.
• She was surprised by the unkemptness of the hotel room.

Advanced Usage

• "A certain unkemptness": This phrase is sometimes used to suggest a deliberate or artistic disregard for conventional neatness.
  • The poet was known for his genius and a certain romantic unkemptness.

Variants and Related Words

• Unkempt (adj.): The adjective form, meaning messy or untidy.
  • He had unkempt hair and wrinkled clothes.
• Kempt (adj.): An archaic or rarely used word meaning neat and tidy, which is the opposite of "unkempt."

Synonyms

• Dishevelment
• Messiness
• Untidiness
• Slovenliness
• Neglect

Antonyms

• Neatness
• Tidiness
• Orderliness
• Grooming

Học thuật

Noun

1. a lack of order and tidiness; not cared for

Từ đồng nghĩa

• sloppiness
• slovenliness