Miasmatic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmaɪəzˈmætɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Miasmatic is an adjective meaning Reeking, oppressing, having the nature of miasma.
Meaning
Reeking, oppressing, having the nature of miasma.
Example Sentences
In the Renaissance, when disease was thought to be miasmatic, or transmitted by bad air and smells, strongly perfumed gloves were thought to protect the wearer from epidemics.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include miasmalike, mephitic, dampish, mephitical, smelly, malodorous.
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