fetid

[ˈfɛtɪd]

fetid Definition

• 1. having an unpleasant or offensive smell
• 2. stinking

Using fetid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fetid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The fetid odor of rotten eggs filled the room.

• Example

  The garbage was so fetid that it attracted flies.

• Example

  The stagnant water in the pond had a fetid smell.

fetid Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fetid

• smelly
• malodorous
• rank

Antonyms for fetid

• fragrant
• aromatic
• sweet-smelling

Phrases with fetid

• fetid breath

  bad breath

  Example

  He had fetid breath, which made it difficult to talk to him.

• fetid swamp

  a swamp with a bad smell

  Example

  The explorers had to cross a fetid swamp to reach their destination.

• fetid air

  air that smells bad

  Example

  The fetid air in the room made it difficult to breathe.

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Summary: fetid in Brief

The term 'fetid' [ˈfɛtɪd] refers to something that has an unpleasant or offensive smell, often described as 'stinking.' It is commonly used to describe things like garbage, stagnant water, and rotten eggs. 'Fetid' can also be used in phrases like 'fetid breath,' meaning bad breath, and 'fetid swamp,' referring to a swamp with a bad smell.