Word of the Day: Dirt
Dirt can come in a few different forms. It can be the soil beneath your feet. It can be the dust and grime that forms on your car. It can be a report of misbehavior. Whatever form it takes, you should know how to use this word.
- When I was a boy, I enjoyed playing in the dirt.
- Children like to play in the dirt.
- When seeds are planted in the dirt, they grow into plants.
- Black dirt is valuable because it’s so rich in nutrients.
- Ash and soot from factories are forms of dirt.
- They make the sky look dirty. (The word “dirty” is an adjective.)
- When dirt and water are mixed they create mud.
- These shoes have dirt and mud on them.
- Dirt can be washed away with soap and water.
- Dirty clothes need to be washed.
- These pants are really dirty.
You can also use the words “dirt” or “dirty” when talking about behavior or entertainment that includes foul language or nudity.
- William has a dirty mouth.
- He likes to tell dirty jokes.
- Todd has a collection of dirty magazines.
- He likes to watch dirty movies.
The word “dirt” is also used to refer to information, true or false, that harms a person’s reputation.
- Politicians sometimes try to dig up dirt on their political opponents.
- Political opponents of Joe Biden tried to get dirt on him, but they were not successful.
- People who participate in dirty forms of politics are usually caught and subject to public criticism.
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with D page to see the list of all words starting with letter D. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
