The difference between Foul-smelling and Malodorous

When used as adjectives, foul-smelling means having an unpleasant odor, whereas malodorous means having a bad odor.

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  1. Foul-smelling as an adjective:

    Having an unpleasant odor.

  1. Malodorous as an adjective:

    Having a bad odor.

    Examples:

    "There were tons of malodorous garbage bags outside her house."

  2. Malodorous as an adjective (figuratively):

    Highly improper.

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