pestiferous

UK
/pɛsˈtɪf.ər.əs/
US
/pɛsˈtɪf.ɚ.əs/

Translations

pestiferousadjective
more pestiferous
Comp.
most pestiferous
Super.
UK
/pɛsˈtɪf.ər.əs/
US
/pɛsˈtɪf.ɚ.əs/
The pestiferous air of the swamp made it difficult to breathe.
Заразный воздух болота затруднял дыхание.
The pestiferous influence of the corrupt politician was felt throughout the city.
Вредоносное влияние коррумпированного политика ощущалось по всему городу.

Definitions

pestiferousadjective
Carrying or producing a disease; infectious.
The pestiferous mosquitoes were a major concern for the health officials in the area.
Causing annoyance or trouble; troublesome.
The pestiferous noise from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate on work.
Morally or socially pernicious; corrupting or harmful to good order.
The pamphlet was branded pestiferous by the authorities, who feared it would corrupt the youth.