Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sulphury

Adjective

/ˈsʌl.fəri/

Definition

Having the characteristics or qualities of sulphur; often used to describe something that has a sulfur-like odor or appearance.

Examples

The sulphury smell emanating from the volcano was unmistakable.
She described the air in the marshland as heavy with a sulphury scent.
In chemistry class, we learned about compounds that can be characterized as sulphury.

Meaning

The term sulphury refers to the presence of sulfur or a sulfur-like quality, often associated with a strong, pungent smell, reminiscent of rotten eggs.