untidy
Americanadjective
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not tidy or neat; slovenly; disordered.
an untidy room; an untidy person.
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not well-organized or carried out.
an untidy plan.
verb (used with object)
adjective
verb
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Etymology
Origin of untidy
Middle English word dating back to 1175–1225; see origin at un- 1, tidy
Example Sentences
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In the living room, a pilot rearranges an untidy study desk.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
"Dog law in general is an untidy mess."
From BBC • Oct. 7, 2025
"Yet the place looks scruffy and untidy and gets worse year after year, all while FirstPort keep putting their charges up," she added.
From BBC • Nov. 22, 2024
But to Berkowitz the untidy appearance hasn’t diminished what he sees as quality care he’s provided to his ducks.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2024
Her hair was untidy and her sari soiled.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
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