What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sordid
Example
The politician was involved in a sordid scandal that shocked the nation. [sordid: adjective]
Example
The living conditions in the slums were sordid and deplorable. [sordid: adjective]
filthy
Example
The kitchen was filthy and needed a thorough cleaning. [filthy: adjective]
Example
The comedian's jokes were full of filthy language and sexual innuendos. [filthy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Filthy is more commonly used than sordid in everyday language, especially in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sordid and filthy?
Sordid is more formal and serious in tone, making it more appropriate for formal writing or serious discussions, while filthy is more informal and colloquial, making it suitable for casual conversations or informal writing.
