Grime (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɡraɪm/

Definition

Soot, dirt, or other filthy matter, especially when accumulated on a surface.

Examples

• The old factory walls were coated in years of industrial grime.

• She scrubbed at the window, trying to remove the stubborn grime.

• Beneath the grime, the antique silver still retained some of its original luster.

Synonyms of Grime

Words with a similar meaning to Grime:

• dirt
• filth
• muck
• soot

Antonyms of Grime

Words with the opposite meaning to Grime:

• cleanliness
• purity

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