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malodorous Definition

mal·odor·ous (dər əs)

adjective

having a bad odor; stinking

malodorous Related Forms
mal·odor·ously adverb mal·odor·ous·ness noun
malodorous Synonyms

malodorous

modif.

infested, stinking, rancid; see rank 2, rotten 1.

malodorous Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • wound: It is a most effective dressing for malodorous wounds.
  • ulcer: The lady had a malodorous leg ulcer for several months.
  • tumor: The conditions are: lower urinary tract infection in women, acne, impetigo, fungating malodorous tumors and bacterial vaginosis.
  • exudate: At the first consultation the wound was displaying inflammation and malodorous exudate, both signs of potential infection.

Modifying Another Word

  • particularly: Reports indicate that he was caught on CCTV cameras carelessly tossing sawdust on some particularly malodorous vomitus at Theydon Bois.
  • extremely: It is advisable to wear rubber gloves as the liquid is extremely malodorous and tends to linger!