Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Rot.
How to pronounce rot:
US
Rot - as a noun
A state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
putrefactionHypernyms (Closely Related)
decayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdowndecompositionputrefactionrottingRot - as a verb
Break down
Example: "The bodies decomposed in the heat"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decomposemoldermoulderHypernyms (Closely Related)
decayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become physically weaker
Example: "Political prisoners are wasting away in many prisons all over the world"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wasteHypernyms (Closely Related)
degeneratedeterioratedevolvedropHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The fruit was covered in rot and could not be eaten."
"The wood had started to decay and develop rot."
"She noticed a foul smell coming from the garbage, a sign of rot."
"The vegetables were left in the fridge for too long and began to show signs of rot."
"The house had been abandoned for years and was filled with rot and mold."
Word Game Points
Is ROT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rot is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ROT has a SCRABBLE points total of 3.
Is ROT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rot is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordROT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 3.
Is ROT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rot is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordROT has a WORDFEUD points total of 3.
