fume

fjuːm

Definitions

1. verb

to breathe or emit smoke; to be filled with smoke or vapour

“The chimney started to fume after the fire.”

2. noun

a cloud of smoke or fumes, especially one that is visible

“The fume from the industrial plant hung over the town.”

3. noun

a feeling of anger or annoyance, especially one that is expressed in words

“She was in a bad fume after her car broke down.”

Synonyms

  • smoke
  • steam
  • vapour

Antonyms

  • clear atmosphere
  • fresh air