What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
smellfungus
Example
John is such a smellfungus, he never has anything positive to say. [smellfungus: noun]
Example
She always finds something to complain about, she's such a smellfungus. [smellfungus: adjective]
misanthrope
Example
He's a misanthrope who prefers the company of his books to people. [misanthrope: noun]
Example
Her misanthropic views on society make her difficult to be around. [misanthropic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Misanthrope is more commonly used than smellfungus in everyday language. Misanthrope is still used today, while smellfungus is an archaic word that is not commonly used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between smellfungus and misanthrope?
Both smellfungus and misanthrope are formal words that are not commonly used in everyday conversation. However, misanthrope is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
