1. plural of dirtiness; the state or quality of being dirty or unclean
Usage: countable and uncountable uses; typically used in plural to refer to multiple instances or types of uncleanliness
2. moral or ethical corruption; dishonesty or impropriety
Usage: figurative use; often refers to unethical behavior or lack of integrity

Examples

• The dirtinesses of the neglected building were evident in every corner.
• She complained about the various dirtinesses she found in the kitchen.
• The inspector documented the dirtinesses that violated health codes.
• His dirtinesses in business dealings eventually caught up with him.
• The dirtinesses of the scandal shocked the community.
• Regular cleaning helps prevent the buildup of dirtinesses in the home.