What does FUSTY mean?

Parts of Speech:

Adjective

Definitions:

• Smelling stale or damp; musty.
• Old-fashioned in attitude or style; unfashionable.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈfʌsti/
• UK: /ˈfʌsti/

Origin and Usage:

The word "fusty" originated in the mid-16th century and comes from the Middle English word "fust" meaning "smell of decay". It is used to describe something that smells old and stale, or something that is old-fashioned and out of date.

Synonyms:

• Musty
• Stale
• Old-fashioned
• Outdated
• Antiquated

Related Words:

• Dusty
• Rusty
• Busty
• Crusty
• Lusty

Example Sentences:

• The old bookshop had a fusty smell that reminded her of her grandfathers attic.
• His fusty opinions on womens rights were not well-received by the younger generation.