Noisome

Adjective

Definition: Having an offensive odor; disgusting, especially in terms of smell.

Definition: Harmful or injurious to health; unwholesome.

Synonyms: Malodorous, Foul-smelling, Putrid, Noxious

Antonyms: Pleasant-smelling, Fresh, Aromatic

Examples:

The noisome stench from the dumpster made me gag.
The decomposing food in the fridge emitted a noisome odor.

Mnemonics:

Think of the word "NOisome" and associate it with something you would say "NO!" to due to its offensive smell.
"No-I-some" sounds like "No, I find it disgusting."

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English (originally in the sense 'harmful'): from the phrase 'a noy asom' (means 'a noisome thing') in Old English, from noy (means 'annoyance' or 'harm') + the suffix -some.

Historical Usage:

The word originated in Old English and has been used over centuries to describe offensive smells and harmful substances.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Noisome pestilence"

Explanation:

Refers to a deadly and harmful epidemic or disease that spreads quickly and causes great harm.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "noisome" with "noisy" or "nauseous"

Explanation:

"Noisome" relates to offensive smells or unwholesome substances, while "noisy" refers to loud sounds, and "nauseous" pertains to causing nausea or feeling sick. It's important to differentiate between these similar-sounding words to accurately convey the intended meaning.