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.