Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
malodor
Noun
/ˈmæl.əˌdɔːr/
Definition
A strong, unpleasant smell.
Examples
- The malodor of rotting eggs filled the kitchen after the egg dish was left out too long.
- Residents complained about the malodor coming from the nearby landfill.
- After the storm, a malodor lingered in the air from the flooded area.
Meaning
Malodor refers to any bad odor that often causes discomfort or disgust. It can be a lingering smell that is offensive to the senses.
Synonyms
- Stench
- Odor
- Foul smell
- Reek
