NOISOME

How it’s pronounced

Definition:

Disgusting, offensive, often relating to smell.

Synonyms: 

Malodorous, Stinking, Fetid

Antonyms: 

Fragrant, Perfumed, Sweet-scented

Examples:

• After three days, the mystery casserole emitted a noisome aroma.

• The gym’s noisome locker room could make your eyes water.

Etymology:

From Middle English noysome, from annoy + -some.

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