smelly

[ˈsmɛli]

smelly Definition

having an unpleasant odor; stinking.

Using smelly: Examples

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

• Example

  The fridge is full of smelly cheese.

• Example

  The bathroom was smelly and dirty.

• Example

  He has smelly feet.

• Example

  The garbage can is smelly.

smelly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for smelly

• stinky
• malodorous
• foul-smelling

Antonyms for smelly

• fragrant
• pleasant-smelling

Phrases with smelly

• smelly fish

  a situation or event that seems suspicious or dishonest

  Example

  Something about this deal smells like smelly fish.

• smelly socks

  a situation or event that is unpleasant or uncomfortable

  Example

  I don't want to go to that party, it's always a smelly socks affair.

• smelly dog

  a situation or event that is difficult or frustrating

  Example

  This project is turning into a real smelly dog.

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Summary: smelly in Brief

'Smelly' [ˈsmɛli] is an adjective used to describe something that has an unpleasant odor. It is often used to describe things like cheese, bathrooms, feet, and garbage cans. 'Smelly' can also be used in phrases like 'smelly fish,' which describes a suspicious situation, and 'smelly socks,' which describes an unpleasant or uncomfortable situation.