Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fetidness
noun
/ˈfɛtɪd.nəs/
Definition
The quality of having a strong, unpleasant smell.
Examples
- The fetidness of the garbage made it unbearable to stay near.
- The fetidness of the swamp was evident from a distance, deterring any visitors.
- After the rain, the fetidness of the spoiled food in the fridge filled the kitchen.
Meaning
Fetidness refers to the state or condition of emitting a foul odor that is often associated with decay or rot.
Synonyms
- pungency
- staleness
- malodorousness
- reekingness
