In literature, "sleazy" functions as a versatile adjective that can describe both the physical state of an object and the moral character of a setting or person. It is frequently used to portray fabrics and garments as worn, cheap, or of inferior quality—as when a fabric is deemed "sleazy satin" [1] or a black dress is described as "sleazy" in its material and cut [2]. At the same time, the word conveys a sense of moral degradation or disrepute, casting certain locales or behaviors in an unwholesome light—such as a "sleazy little bar" in a downtrodden neighborhood [3] or a character being labeled as having a "sleazy" nature [4]. In this way, the term enriches narratives by linking physical decay with ethical lapses, thereby deepening the reader's understanding of both the tangible and intangible dimensions of the world presented.