Meaning & Definition of word "Smelly"
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Smelly
/ˈsmɛli/
adjective:
- 1. having a strong or unpleasant odor.
- Example: The garbage left out for days had become incredibly smelly.
- 2. causing a bad smell; foul.
- Example: After the rain, the damp shoes became smelly and had to be discarded.
- 3. characterized by a strong and often unpleasant smell.
- Example: The smelly cheese made everyone wrinkle their noses in disgust.
- 4. suggestive of something offensive or undesirable.
- Example: The smelly rumors circulating about him were unfounded.
Etymology
From the word 'smell' with the suffix '-y' indicating a characteristic.
Common Phrases and Expressions
smelly fish:
A term used to describe something that is suspicious or problematic.
smelly socks:
Often used to refer to unwashed or dirty laundry that has an offensive odor.
Related Words
smell:
The ability to perceive odors through the nose.
stench:
A strong and unpleasant smell.
Slang Meanings of smelly
Meaning: Bad breath.
Example Sentence: After eating that garlic pizza, he's got some serious smelly.
Meaning: Something that is not favorable or enjoyable.
Example Sentence: This party is getting smelly; let's find somewhere else to hang out.