miasmatic
/ˌmaɪəzˈmætɪk/
adjective
- Producing or caused by a miasm; relating to a miasm.
- The miasmatic theory of disease was eventually replaced by germ theory.
- The doctor believed the miasmatic conditions in the slums caused the fever.
- Miasmatic vapors from the swamp were blamed for the outbreak.
- Having a corrupting or oppressive quality.
- The miasmatic influence of the dictator spread through every level of society.
- The miasmatic atmosphere of the courtroom made everyone uneasy.
- A miasmatic sense of hopelessness pervaded the refugee camp.