Search
musty
01
having a stale, moldy, or damp odor, often associated with a lack of freshness and proper ventilation
02
covered with or smelling of mold
Example
The abandoned attic had a musty smell, a result of long-term exposure to dampness and neglect.
Opening the trunk of the vintage car released a whiff of musty air that hinted at years of storage.
The antique shop had a charming ambiance, but some items carried a faint musty scent from their age.
The basement, rarely aired out, acquired a musty odor due to the lack of ventilation.
The old library had a musty smell, characteristic of aging books and neglected spaces.