Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

foul

adjective, verb, noun
/faʊl/
Definition
Something that is very unpleasant or offensive.
Examples
  • The bathroom had a foul smell that made me gag.
  • His foul behavior at the party surprised everyone.
  • The team was penalized for committing a foul during the game.
Meaning
Foul can refer to bad odors, immoral actions, or something that is in poor condition.
Synonyms
  • offensive
  • nasty
  • disgusting
  • rotten
  • dirty