Adjective
/ɛfˈluːviəs/
The word "effluvious" refers to something that emits a substance or an odor, typically unpleasant or noxious, often associated with decay or waste. It is a less common word, primarily found in literary or scholarly contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Its usage frequency is low, which makes it more likely to be encountered in written texts than in oral speech.
The effluvious smell from the garbage dump lingered in the air long after the sun had set.
Translation: El olor efusivo del vertedero persistía en el aire mucho después de que el sol se había puesto.
Flowers in the garden were overshadowed by the effluvious stench of the nearby factory.
Translation: Las flores en el jardín fueron opacadas por el hedor efusivo de la fábrica cercana.
The effluvious waters of the river indicated severe pollution affecting the local ecosystem.
Translation: Las aguas efusivas del río indicaban una severa contaminación que afectaba el ecosistema local.
Although "effluvious" is not commonly included in idiomatic expressions, its descriptive nature can be paired with related ideas in more fluid constructions. Here are a few example sentences that incorporate related idioms or phrases:
The project turned out to be an effluvious mess, leaving everyone questioning its feasibility.
Translation: El proyecto resultó ser un desastre efusivo, dejando a todos cuestionando su viabilidad.
His effluvious excuses for being late fell flat in front of his boss.
Translation: Sus excusas efusivas por llegar tarde no tuvieron efecto frente a su jefe.
The effluvious aftermath of the event provided a stark reminder of the chaos it caused.
Translation: El efecto efusivo del evento sirvió como un recordatorio contundente del caos que causó.
The word "effluvious" originates from the Latin "effluvium," meaning "a flowing out," which is derived from "effluere," meaning "to flow out." The prefix "ef-" indicates movement away from, while "-luvia" relates to flowing.
Note: Due to its specific and somewhat obscure nature, "effluvious" may not have direct colloquial synonyms but describes a condition that can be captured by broader terms associated with undesirable odors or discharges.