Swampy
(adjective)
- Relating to, resembling, or consisting of a swamp.
- Having a lot of water and a lot of plants growing in it.
Origin:
Derived from the word "swamp" which means a low-lying area of land that is seasonally flooded and typically has a dense growth of vegetation, it has been used in english since the 17th century.
Examples:
- The swampy land was difficult to traverse.
- The swampy area was home to a wide variety of animals.
- The swampy forest was full of mosquitoes and other insects.
- The swampy smell of rotting vegetation filled the air.
- The swampy terrain was treacherous and easy to get lost in.