First Known Use: 1954
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sleaze
noun \ˈslēz also ˈslāz\
: behavior that is dishonest or immoral
: a dishonest or immoral person
Full Definition of SLEAZE
1
: sleazy quality, appearance, or behavior; also : sleazy material
2
: a sleazy person
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Origin of SLEAZE
back-formation from sleazy
Related to SLEAZE
- Synonyms
- skank [slang], sleazebag [slang], sleazeball [slang], slime, slimeball [slang]
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