Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
putrid
adjective
ˈpyü-trid
Definition
In a state of decay or rotting and emitting a foul smell.
Examples
- The putrid smell from the garbage made it hard to breathe.
- After weeks of neglect, the fruit became putrid and inedible.
- The once vibrant pond was now putrid with algae and debris.
Meaning
Describes something that is decomposed, often leading to an unpleasant odor. It can refer to organic matter, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe something morally corrupt or in bad condition.
Synonyms
- decayed
- rotten
- decomposed
- foul
- rank
