Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mildewed
Adjective
/ˈmɪl.djuːd/
Definition
Mildewed refers to the state of something that has been affected by mildew, which is a type of fungus that grows in warm, damp conditions.
Examples
- The old wooden furniture in the basement was mildewed and needed to be cleaned.
- After a few days of rain, the walls of the house became mildewed and started to smell damp.
- Umberto noticed that his library had a mildewed book that he couldn’t save.
Meaning
When something is described as mildewed, it typically means it has developed spots, discoloration, or a musty odor due to the presence of mildew.
Synonyms
- moldy
- musty
- fungal
