Fetid

Adjective

Definition: Having an extremely unpleasant or offensive smell; stinking.

Synonyms: Foul, Putrid, Malodorous

Antonyms: Fragrant, Aromatic, Fresh

Examples:
  • The dumpster emitted a fetid odor that made everyone gag.
  • The fetid water in the stagnant pond was infested with mosquitoes.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of the word "fetid" as a combination of "foul" and "putrid" to associate it with an unpleasant smell.
  • "F" in fetid can stand for "foul" or "fragrant," with opposite meanings.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'fetid', from Latin 'foetidus', from 'foetere' meaning 'to stink'

Historical Usage:

The word "fetid" has been used in English since the late 14th century, derived from the Latin term.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

None known

Explanation:

The meaning of "fetid" as "stinking" is well-established and widely understood.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

None known

Explanation:

The meaning of "fetid" as "stinking" is well-established and widely understood.

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