nasty
adjective
physically filthy; disgustingly unclean.
nastier
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comparativeof nasty.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Some could get nastier surprises if the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Watch as the fluid camerawork makes her kills look nastier, and the preposterous script allows her to outwit her foes, even with the cards stacked against her at every turn.
From Salon ● Mar. 29, 2026
After sets from intergenerational jam bands and folk-rock legends, the newest resident at Las Vegas’ Sphere will be a little louder and nastier than usual.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026
All but two expect a busier, nastier summer and fall for hurricanes.
From Seattle Times ● May 23, 2024
“Have a good term,” said Uncle Vernon with an even nastier smile.
From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling
