Stenchful — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈstench/

Meaning & Definition of Stenchful

Stenchful (noun)

  1. stink
  2. a characteristic repugnant quality

Stenchful (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in stenchy, putrid

    similar: fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong, odorless, unscented, fusty, musty, stale, gamy
    opposite: ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous

Related Entry: Stench (noun)

Stench is a different word from Stenchful. The synonyms below are for stench, not for stenchful.

  1. a strong unpleasant smell

    "we finally discovered the dead rat that was causing the stench in the basement"

    similar: funk, reek, stink
    related: acridness, fetidness, foulness, fustiness, malodorousness, mustiness, odoriferousness, odorousness, rancidity, rankness, staleness, badness, vileness, dirt, dirtiness, filth, filthiness, nastiness, effluvium, emission, odor, redolence, scent, sniff
    opposite: aroma, fragrance, perfume
    near: floweriness, lusciousness, savoriness, spiciness, sweetness, bouquet, ambrosia

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Stenchful

The most common words with a similar meaning to Stenchful:

fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky, skunky, smelly, stenchy, stinking, stinky, strong, odorless, unscented, fusty, musty, stale, gamy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Stenchful

Words with the opposite meaning of Stenchful:

ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented, sweet, flowery, fruity, pungent, spicy, odiferous, odored, odoriferous, odorous

Word Forms of Stenchful

Derived words: stenchful (adjective), stenchy (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Stenchful

Middle English, from Old English stenc; akin to Old English stincan to emit a smell stink

First known use: before 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Stenchful

What does "Stenchful" mean?

"Stenchful" means stink. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: stink.

What is another word for "Stenchful"?

Other words for "Stenchful" include fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank and reeking. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Stenchful" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Stenchful"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Stenchful". Common alternatives include fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid, rancid, rank, reeking, reeky and skunky.

What is the opposite of "Stenchful"?

Antonyms of "Stenchful" include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant, perfumed, redolent, savory, scented and sweet.

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

"Stenchful" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Stenchful"?

"Stenchful" is pronounced /ˈstench/.

What is the origin of the word "Stenchful"?

"Stenchful" comes from Middle English, from Old English stenc; akin to Old English stincan to emit a smell stink. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Stenchful" meaning "as in stenchy, putrid"?

When "Stenchful" (adjective) means as in stenchy, putrid, synonyms include fetid, foul, malodorous, noisome, putrid and rancid. Opposites in this sense include ambrosial, aromatic, fragrant and perfumed.