January 9, 2026 mephitic [muh-fit-ik] adjective: noxious, pestilential, poisonous | Mephitic describes something that's noxious, poisonous, or foul-smelling. Often used for gases or environments, the word conveys an atmosphere that is actively harmful. It's a great word choice for when "unpleasant" doesn't go far enough. | Example: The abandoned well emitted a mephitic odor, hinting at the poisonous gas trapped below.
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