Miasma

/maɪˈæzmə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A noxious or unhealthy vapor or atmosphere.

The miasma from the swamp made the air thick and difficult to breathe.

An oppressive or unpleasant atmosphere that conceals or obscures.

A miasma of tension hung over the meeting as the team discussed the failed project.

A severe and often harmful influence or atmosphere.

The miasma of distrust in the office made collaboration almost impossible.

From Greek 'miainein' meaning 'to pollute'.

miasma of despair

A pervasive feeling of hopelessness.

to be in a miasma

To be surrounded by a confusing or unpleasant situation.

miasma of corruption

An environment tainted by unethical behavior.

miasmic

Related to or resembling miasma.

miasmatic

Pertaining to miasma, often in a medical context.

miasmatist

One who studies or believes in miasma theory.

A bad vibe or negative atmosphere.

There's a real miasma in the office after that last meeting.

A stinky or unpleasant situation.

This whole project has turned into a miasma of confusion.