Musty

Synonyms of musty

• stale
• moldy
• fusty

Antonyms of musty

• new
• clean
• fresh

Collocations of musty

musty smell

Frequency: 80 %

The old books in the library had a musty smell.

musty odor

Frequency: 70 %

The basement had a musty odor that lingered for days.

musty room

Frequency: 60 %

The abandoned house had a musty room filled with old furniture.

musty air

Frequency: 50 %

The cellar was filled with musty air that made it hard to breathe.

musty basement

Frequency: 45 %

The musty basement was a breeding ground for mold and mildew.

Idiomatic Expressions for musty

• Phrase: musty smell
  Meaning: refers to a damp, stale odor often associated with old or poorly ventilated spaces
  Usage: The basement had a strong musty smell after the flood.