Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smelly
adjective
/ˈsmɛli/
Definition
Having a strong or unpleasant odor.
Examples
- The garbage is really smelly and needs to be taken out.
- After the rain, the old cellar had a smelly dampness.
- He made a smelly fish dish that filled the kitchen with an awful aroma.
Meaning
The term ‘smelly’ describes something that emits a strong, usually unpleasant, smell. It is often used to refer to things that are dirty, decaying, or have an overpowering aroma that can be off-putting.
Synonyms
- stinky
- odoriferous
- pungent
- malodorous
- foul-smelling
