6045. Unkempt

 

Unkempt is an adjective that describes someone's appearance, hair, or an object as messy, untidy, or uncared for. Literally meaning "not well-combed," it implies a lack of grooming or maintenance. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Examples in a Sentence

• People: "He needed a shave, and his hair was completely unkempt after the long road trip."
• Places: "The abandoned property was an unkempt mess with overgrown, weedy grass." [1, 2, 3, 4]

Common Synonyms

• Disheveled
• Messy
• Untidy
• Tousled
• Neglected [1, 2, 3, 4]