FOUL definition: 1. extremely unpleasant: 2. Foul speech or other language is offensive, rude, or shocking: 3. Learn more.

The meaning of FOUL is offensive to the senses : loathsome. How to use foul in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Foul.

  1. a. Offensive to the senses; revolting: "a foul little creature with greedy eyes and slobbering mouth" (J.R.R. Tolkien). b. Having a bad odor or taste: foul breath; food that tasted foul. c. Rotten or putrid:.

Understanding the Context

The rascal spewed forth a series of foul words. His foul language causes many people to believe he is uneducated.

Definition of foul adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Foul language is offensive and contains swear words or rude words. The teachers had to deal with her foul language, disruptive behavior, and low academic performance.

foul up, to make a mess; bungle: [no object] really fouled up during the interview. [~ + up + object] really fouled up the interview. [~ + object + up] had really fouled it up this time.