CEFR B1

fetid

adjective

Meaning

Having an unpleasant, stale, or foul smell.

Examples

The stagnant water in the pond had a fetid odor.
He opened the old chest, releasing a fetid cloud of dust and decay.

Synonyms: stinky, smelly, foul, reeking, noisome

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fetid (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛtɪd/

Definition

Having an unpleasant, stale, or foul smell.

Examples

The stagnant water in the pond had a fetid odor.
He opened the old chest, releasing a fetid cloud of dust and decay.
The unwashed gym socks left a fetid smell in the locker room.

Synonyms of fetid

Words with a similar meaning to fetid:

stinky
smelly
foul
reeking
noisome

Antonyms of fetid

Words with the opposite meaning to fetid:

fragrant
aromatic
perfumed

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