Miasmic

Pronunciation: /maɪˈæzmɪk/

Definitions of miasmic

adjective describing something as having a noxious, unpleasant, or harmful atmosphere or quality

Example Sentences

A1 The miasmic swamp was filled with strange odors.

A2 The miasmic fog obscured the view of the city.

B1 The miasmic atmosphere of the old library made it difficult to breathe.

B2 The miasmic cloud of pollution hung over the industrial city.

C1 The miasmic stench of decay permeated the abandoned building.

C2 The miasmic haze of toxic fumes enveloped the entire area.

Examples of miasmic in a Sentence

formal The miasmic fog enveloped the entire village, causing respiratory issues for the residents.

informal I couldn't see anything through the miasmic haze, it was so thick!

slang The concert venue was so packed, it felt like a miasmic sauna in there.

figurative The corruption in the government spread like a miasmic cloud, affecting every aspect of society.

Grammatical Forms of miasmic

• past tense: miasmicked
• plural: miasmic
• comparative: more miasmic
• superlative: most miasmic
• present tense: miasms
• future tense: will miasmic
• perfect tense: have miasmic
• continuous tense: is miasming
• singular: miasmic
• positive degree: miasmic
• infinitive: to miasmic
• gerund: miasming
• participle: miasmic

Origin and Evolution of miasmic

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'miasmic' originated from the Greek word 'miainein' meaning to pollute or defile.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe noxious vapors believed to cause disease, the term 'miasmic' evolved to also refer to anything foul or unpleasant.