Similar Words

— petrify
— pitter-patter
— putrefy

Misspelling

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Putrefaction — synonyms, definition

1. putrefaction (Noun)

20 synonyms

adulteration biodegradation break down breakup contamination corrupt corruption decay decomposition defilement degeneracy depravation depravity foulness mould pollution rot rotting taint waste

3 definitions

putrefaction (Noun) — A state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odour.

putrefaction (Noun) — (biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action.

putrefaction (Noun) — Moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles. ex. "Rome had fallen into moral putrefaction"

2 types of

decay immorality

4 types

corruption putrescence putridness rottenness