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PUTREFACTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Putrefaction.

Putrefaction - as a noun

A state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rot
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdowndecompositionrotrotting

Moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles

Example: "The luxury and corruption among the upper classes"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corruptiondegeneracydepravationdepravity

Example Sentences

"The smell of putrefaction filled the air."
"The putrefaction of the meat was evident from its foul odor."
"He couldn't stand the sight of the putrefaction in the garbage bin."
"The process of putrefaction is accelerated in warm and moist environments."
"The putrefaction in the compost pile created rich soil for the plants."
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Word Game Points

Is PUTREFACTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, putrefaction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PUTREFACTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is PUTREFACTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, putrefaction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PUTREFACTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is PUTREFACTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, putrefaction is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PUTREFACTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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