sloven
UK: ˈslʌvən | US: ˈslʌvən
n. a person who is habitually untidy, lazy, or careless in appearance or work.
The word "sloven" likely derives from the Dutch slof (meaning "careless" or "negligent"), combined with the English noun suffix -en. Over time, it evolved to describe someone who is habitually untidy or lazy, emphasizing a lack of attention to personal or professional standards. The term reflects a cultural association between negligence and physical or behavioral sloppiness.
He was criticized for being a sloven, with his unkempt hair and wrinkled clothes.
The office fired the sloven who consistently missed deadlines.
Her roommate’s sloven habits made the apartment unbearable.
A true sloven, he left dirty dishes piled in the sink for days.
The teacher scolded the student for his sloven homework submissions.