grunge

Noun

• the state of being covered with unclean things
• Dirt or filth, especially when difficult to clean.
• The state of being filthy; grubbiness.
• A subgenre of alternative rock, originating from Seattle, Washington, which melds punk and metal.

Examples

• "Alice liked to wear plaids and ripped jeans, and listen to grunge."
• "Chad used to work as a coal miner, but couldn't handle the constant grunge."
• "The cinema floor was covered in grunge deposited by the crowds."

Synonyms

dirt, filth, grease, grime, soil, stain