squaliform

/skwɑːˈlɪfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of squalor

“The squaliform conditions in the slum were a stark reminder of the need for urban renewal.”

2. noun

a squaliform shark, a genus of sharks in the family Carcharhinidae

“The squaliform shark is a common species found in tropical waters.”

Synonyms

  • filthy
  • squalid

Antonyms

  • elegant
  • luxurious