mephitic Definition
foul-smelling; noxious.
Using mephitic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mephitic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The mephitic odor of the swamp was overwhelming.
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The laboratory had to be evacuated due to a leak of mephitic gas.
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The mephitic fumes from the factory were causing health problems for nearby residents.
mephitic Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for mephitic
Origins of mephitic
from Latin 'mephitis', meaning 'noxious vapor'
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Summary: mephitic in Brief
'Mephitic' [muh-fit-ik] is an adjective that describes something as foul-smelling and noxious. It is often used to describe unpleasant odors or harmful gases, such as 'The mephitic fumes from the factory were causing health problems for nearby residents.' Synonyms include 'malodorous' and 'fetid.'
