seamy

English

Etymology

seam +‎ -y

Adjective

seamy (comparative seamier, superlative seamiest)

1. Sordid, squalid or corrupt.
   • 1987, David Brin, The Uplift War, Phantasia Press

     She just hadn't been aware, having considered such tales rather seamy while growing up.

2. Having or showing a seam.

Derived terms

• seaminess

Anagrams

• samey