Another Word For Foul

Meaning

The word "foul" can refer to something that is unpleasant, offensive, or morally wrong. It is often used to describe bad smells, indecent behavior, or something that is contrary to established rules, such as in sports (e.g., a foul play). It can also indicate a situation or condition that is dirty or contaminated.

Synonyms

• Offensive
• Disgusting
• Nasty
• Unpleasant
• Repugnant
• Vile
• Wicked
• Base

Antonyms

• Pleasant
• Clean
• Good
• Decent
• Nice
• Pure
• Virtuous

Etymology

The word "foul" comes from Old English "fūl," which means "filthy or rotten." It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old Frisian "foul," Old Norse "fúll," and Dutch "foul."

Examples

1. The foul smell from the dumpster made it difficult to walk by without gagging.
2. He received a penalty for committing a foul during the soccer match.
3. The foul language used in the movie was criticized by many parents.
4. She couldn’t stand the foul behavior of her classmates during the group project.
5. The foul weather forced us to cancel our outdoor plans for the day.