Appearance - Describing Appearance

Here you will learn some English words related to describing appearances such as "disheveled", "groomed", and "shabby".

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fastidious [adjective]

very attentive and paying close attention to small or specific aspects of a task or situation

Ex: She is a fastidious editor , meticulously checking every sentence for errors .

smart [adjective]

(of people or clothes) looking neat, tidy, and elegantly fashionable

Ex: She prefers wearing smart attire to the office , believing it boosts her confidence and professionalism .

spruce [adjective]

smart, stylish, and well-groomed in appearance

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clean-cut [adjective]

neat and conventional appearance, hairstyle, or behavior

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dapper [adjective]

(typically of a man) stylish and neat in appearance, often characterized by well-groomed attire and attention to detail

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groomed [adjective]

well-cared for, tidy, and well-maintained in appearance or behavior

Ex: Her groomed manners impressed the dinner guests .

trim [adjective]

neat and well-groomed

Ex: He looked trim in a freshly pressed suit .

skanky [adjective]

disheveled, unkempt, or provocative appearance that is perceived as distasteful or inappropriate

Ex: She wore a skanky outfit that drew unwanted attention .

scruffy [adjective]

having an appearance that is untidy, dirty, or worn out

Ex: His scruffy beard and uncombed hair gave him a rugged , carefree look .

shabby [adjective]

(of a person) dressed in worn and old clothes

Ex: After a long night of partying , she looked shabby and disheveled as she stumbled out of the club .

down-at-heel [adjective]

having a shabby or unkempt appearance

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disheveled [adjective]

having an untidy appearance

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ragged [adjective]

(of clothes) shabby, old and in poor condition

Ex: The children played outside in ragged outfits , unaffected by their condition .

slovenly [adjective]

lacking of cleanliness and neatness, often implying a disregard for personal hygiene or grooming

Ex: The slovenly room was cluttered with unwashed dishes .

windswept [adjective]

describing an appearance that has been affected by the wind, often implying a slightly disheveled yet attractive look

Ex: The model posed with a deliberately windswept style .

snappy [adjective]

neat and stylish

Ex: She stepped out in a snappy pair of boots .

well-groomed [adjective]

neatly and stylishly cared for in appearance, often referring to personal hygiene, hair, and clothing

Ex: The actor maintained a well-groomed look , showcasing his meticulous personal care .

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