Moldy

/ˈmoʊl.di/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Covered with or smelling of mold; spoiled or decayed due to mold growth.

The bread was moldy, and I had to throw it away.

Having a stale or musty odor; old or worn out.

The moldy books in the attic were covered in dust.

Figuratively referring to something outdated or archaic.

His moldy ideas on technology were quickly dismissed by the younger team members.

Derived from the word 'mold', which refers to a fungus.

moldy bread

Bread that has become inedible due to mold growth.

moldy oldie

An old song or film that is still considered enjoyable.

mold

A fungus that grows in the form of multicellular filaments.

decay

The process of rotting or decomposing.

Outdated or uncool.

That fashion is so moldy, nobody wears it anymore.

Boring or uninteresting.

The lecture was moldy; I couldn't stay awake.