Fetid — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈfe-təd/ fet·id

Meaning & Definition of Fetid

Fetid (adjective)

  1. having a heavy offensive smell

Fetid (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having an unpleasant smell

    "that fetid cheese from Belgium is definitely an acquired taste"

    similar: foul, frowsty (chiefly British), frowsy, funky, fusty, malodorous, musty, noisome, rank, reeking, reeky, ripe, smelly, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong
    related: putrid, rancid, skunky, stale, bad, disgusting, offensive, repulsive, revolting, vile, decayed, decaying, decomposed, decomposing, rotted, rotten, rotting, spoiled, spoiling, dirty, filthy, nasty, noxious, odiferous, odoriferous, odorous
    opposite: ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet
    near: flowery, fruity, spicy, woodsy

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fetid

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fetid:

Chiefly British: frowsty
foul, frowsy, funky, fusty, malodorous, musty, noisome, rank, reeking, reeky, ripe, smelly, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fetid

Words with the opposite meaning of Fetid:

ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet

Related Words for Fetid

putrid, rancid, skunky, stale, bad, disgusting, offensive, repulsive, revolting, vile, decayed, decaying, decomposed, decomposing, rotted, rotten, rotting, spoiled, spoiling, dirty, filthy, nasty, noxious, odiferous, odoriferous, odorous

Near Antonyms of Fetid

flowery, fruity, spicy, woodsy

Word Forms of Fetid

Derived words: fetidly (adverb), fetidness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Fetid

Middle English, from Latin foetidus, from foetēre to stink

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Fetid

What does "Fetid" mean?

"Fetid" means having a heavy offensive smell. As an adjective, it is defined as: having a heavy offensive smell.

What is another word for "Fetid"?

Other words for "Fetid" include foul, frowsty, frowsy, funky, fusty, malodorous, musty and noisome. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fetid" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fetid"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fetid". Common alternatives include foul, frowsty, frowsy, funky, fusty, malodorous, musty, noisome, rank and reeking.

What is the opposite of "Fetid"?

Antonyms of "Fetid" include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented and sweet. Near antonyms include flowery, fruity, spicy and woodsy.

How do you use "Fetid" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fetid" in a sentence: "that fetid cheese from Belgium is definitely an acquired taste".

Is "Fetid" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fetid" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Fetid"?

"Fetid" is pronounced /ˈfe-təd/ and divided into syllables as fet·id.

What is the origin of the word "Fetid"?

"Fetid" comes from Middle English, from Latin foetidus, from foetēre to stink. First known use: 15th century.