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MEPHITIC

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Of noxious stench from atmospheric pollution

Synonyms:

mephitic; miasmic

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

ill-smelling; malodorous; malodourous; stinky; unpleasant-smelling (having an unpleasant smell)

Derivation:

mephitis (a distinctive odor that is offensively unpleasant)

mephitis (a poisonous or foul smelling gas emitted from the earth)

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