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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)
rot3Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdown19decomposition20rot3rotting8Moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles
Example: "The luxury and corruption among the upper classes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corruption14degeneracy17depravation17depravity18Example 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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Is PUTREFACTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, putrefaction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPUTREFACTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is PUTREFACTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, putrefaction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPUTREFACTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
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