grody

[ groh-dee ]

/ ˈgroʊ di /

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adjective, gro·di·er, gro·di·est.Slang.

repulsive; disgusting; nauseating.

inferior in character or quality; seedy; sleazy: They lived for a month in a grody little shack without lights or running water.

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Origin of grody

1960–65, Americanism; probably alteration of grotesque

gro·di·ness, noun

"Bring my case, which you will find under the seat in my carriage, Grody," he directed.
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The remaining lads hurried out of the stable to watch Frank ride, Grody accompanying them.
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Grody, who had just saddled a horse for a gentleman, met Frank, and the expression on his face was anything but reassuring.
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"You must have misunderstood your visitor, Grody," said Frank.
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Grody held his breath, nearly bursting with astonishment and admiration.
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