unkempt

/ˈʌŋkɛpt/

Definitions

1. adjective

not well-groomed or neat; untidy, especially in appearance or condition

“The unkempt garden was overgrown with weeds and wildflowers.”

2. noun

an unkempt person or thing

“The unkempt child was covered in dirt and grime from playing outside all day.”

Synonyms

  • disheveled
  • uncombed
  • unkept
  • untidy

Antonyms

  • groomed
  • neat
  • tidy
  • well-groomed