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SULPHUROUS

(adj., adj.sat)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Sulphurous.

Sulphurous - as an adjective

Of or related to or containing sulfur or derived from sulfur

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sulfurous12

Sulphurous - as an adjective satellite

Harsh or corrosive in tone

Example: "An acerbic tone piercing otherwise flowery prose"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acerb9acerbic13acid7acrid8bitter8blistering13caustic11sulfurous12virulent11vitriolic14

Characterized by oppressive heat and humidity

Example: "The summer was sultry and oppressive"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stifling12sulfurous12sultry9

Example Sentences

"The volcano emitted a sulphurous smell."
"The laboratory had a strong sulphurous odor."
"The sulphurous fumes from the factory were harmful to inhale."
"The explorers could see sulphurous clouds rising from the depths of the earth."
"The hot springs were known for their sulphurous waters."
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Word Game Points

Is SULPHUROUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sulphurous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SULPHUROUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SULPHUROUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sulphurous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SULPHUROUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is SULPHUROUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sulphurous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SULPHUROUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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