Putridity: meaning, definitions and examples

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putridity

 

[ pjuːˈtrɪdɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

noun

The quality or state of being putrid; rottenness. The state of decaying or decomposing; foulness. A state of foul decay or decomposition, as of an animal body; putrefaction. The condition of being putrid; a putrid or rotten state. The process of decay or rotting in a body or other organic matter.

Synonyms

decay, decomposition, foulness, putrefaction, rottenness.

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Word Description / Examples
putridity

Use when describing the offensive and disgusting smell that comes from rotting organic matter.

  • The putridity of the garbage made it impossible to stay in the room
rottenness

Simple, general term that indicates the state of being rotten or decomposed. Can be used metaphorically to describe moral corruption.

  • The rottenness of the spoiled fruit was unbearable
  • The rottenness of the political system has led to widespread distrust
decay

Refers to the natural process of breaking down, usually over time. It can be used in both a literal and figurative sense.

  • The wooden fence showed signs of decay after many years
  • The city's infrastructure is suffering from urban decay
decomposition

Used in a scientific or technical context when referring to the process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler forms of matter.

  • Decomposition of the leaves enriches the soil
  • The scientists studied the decomposition process of various materials
putrefaction

Focuses on the process of rotting or decomposing, particularly producing a foul smell. Often used in a medical or biological context.

  • The putrefaction of the animal carcass was evident
  • The smell of putrefaction filled the morgue
foulness

Emphasizes the disgusting or unclean quality of something. Often used to describe smells, but can also be applied to actions and conditions.

  • The foulness of the ocean after the oil spill was devastating
  • His dishonesty added to the general foulness of his character

Examples of usage

  • The putridity of the corpse filled the room with a foul stench.
  • The putridity of the garbage attracted flies and maggots.
  • The putridity of the swamp made it uninhabitable.
  • The putridity of the meat indicated it was no longer safe to eat.
  • The putridity of the sewage caused a health hazard.

Translations

Translations of the word "putridity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 putrefação

🇮🇳 सड़न (Saṛan)

🇩🇪 Fäulnis

🇮🇩 kebusukan

🇺🇦 гнилість

🇵🇱 gnicie

🇯🇵 腐敗 (Fuhai)

🇫🇷 putréfaction

🇪🇸 putrefacción

🇹🇷 çürüme

🇰🇷 부패 (Bupae)

🇸🇦 تعفن (Ta'afun)

🇨🇿 hniloba

🇸🇰 hniloba

🇨🇳 腐烂 (Fǔlàn)

🇸🇮 gniloba

🇮🇸 rotnun

🇰🇿 шірік

🇬🇪 ლპობა (Lpoba)

🇦🇿 çürüklük

🇲🇽 putrefacción

Etymology

The word 'putridity' originates from the Latin word 'putriditas', which is derived from the verb 'putrere' meaning 'to rot'. The concept of putridity has long been associated with decay, foulness, and decomposition. Throughout history, the term has been used to describe the state of being rotten or putrefied, particularly in relation to organic matter. The notion of putridity carries negative connotations of unpleasant odors and unsanitary conditions.