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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

scummy

/skʌmi/ adjective · British & US
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What does scummy mean?

adjective

Having a dirty or unpleasant quality; untrustworthy or dishonest. Often used to describe something or someone that is considered to be of poor quality or morally dubious.

Example

"The scummy pool water was a breeding ground for bacteria."

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