mildew Synonyms
Another word for mildew
• noun (Context 1)
A thin, whitish or grayish superficial coating of microscopic fungal hyphae that grows on damp organic matter such as fabric, paper, leather, or walls.
"Leaving wet towels in the laundry basket for days will inevitably result in a musty smell and spots of mold."
• noun (Context 2)
Any of various plant diseases caused by parasitic fungi (such as powdery or downy mildew) that leave a discolored, powdery, or downy coating on leaves, stems, and fruits.
"The vineyard suffered heavy crop losses after a humid spring triggered an outbreak of powdery blight on the grapevines."
• verb (Context 3)
To become coated, stained, or affected with mildew, or to cause something to develop mildew.
"The canvas tent will quickly mold if you pack it away while it is still damp from the morning rain."