foulness

/ˈfaʊlnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being foul; a foul or unpleasant smell.

“The stench from the sewer filled the air with its foulness.”

2. noun

A state of being morally wrong or bad.

“The company’s actions were a foulness to the community and its values.”

3. noun

A feeling of disgust or strong dislike.

“The foulness of the situation made her want to escape.”

Synonyms

  • filth
  • grossness
  • impurity

Antonyms

  • pleasantness
  • purity
  • sweetness