1. the state or quality of being scruffy; untidy or unkempt appearance

Examples

• The scruffiness of his beard made him look older than his years.
• She was embarrassed by the scruffiness of her apartment when guests arrived.
• The dog’s scruffiness only added to its charm.
• His mother always complained about the scruffiness of his room.
• The scruffiness of the old building gave it character.
• Despite his scruffiness, he was actually quite wealthy.