contaminate
verbTo introduce something unwanted that makes a substance or result impure or unreliable.
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nounAn unpleasant smell or vapor emitted by something.
inclement
adjectiveUnpleasantly harsh, especially of weather.
miasma
nounAn unpleasant or oppressive atmosphere, sometimes imagined as a vapor.
An unpleasant or oppressive atmosphere, sometimes imagined as a vapor
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profane
adjectiveShowing disrespect for something sacred, or using offensive and irreverent language.
Disrespectful of the sacred
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profanity
nounOffensive or irreverent language, especially swearing.
sordid
adjectiveDirty, degraded, or morally disreputable.
Dirty and neglected
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squalid
adjectiveExtremely dirty and neglected, often reflecting miserable conditions.
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