(ran-cid) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. having a strong and unpleasant smell or taste because of spoilage, especially of fats or oils.

Example Sentence

The butter smelled rancid after sitting out all week.

More Example Sentences

The milk was left out too long and turned rancid.

Synonyms

spoiled; rotten; bad

Antonyms

fresh

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Rhymes

  • rancid