Rancid

//ˈɹænsɪd//

Word Type

Adjective

Adjective

The word "rancid" can be used as adjective and adjective.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

nonrancid rancidify rancidity unrancid

Etymologically Related To

Related Terms

rancidification rancidly rancidness rancor

Related Terms

offensive rancidification rancidly rancidness rancor rank

Similar Terms

ill-smelling malodorous malodorous malodourous stale stale stinky unpleasant-smelling

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