Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Rots.
Rots - as a noun
A state of decay usually accompanied by an offensive odor
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
putrefaction19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(biology) the process of decay caused by bacterial or fungal action
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdown19decomposition20putrefaction19rotting8Rots - as a verb
Break down
Example: "The bodies decomposed in the heat"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decompose16molder9moulder10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decay11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Become physically weaker
Example: "Political prisoners are wasting away in many prisons all over the world"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
waste8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
degenerate12deteriorate12devolve14drop7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The fruit rots quickly if not refrigerated."
"The garbage rots and attracts flies."
"If you leave food out for too long, it rots and creates a foul smell."
"The wet wood rots over time, weakening the structure."
"If you don't clean the fish tank regularly, the water becomes stagnant and rots."
Word Game Points
Is ROTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rots is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ROTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.
Is ROTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rots is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordROTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 4.
Is ROTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rots is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordROTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 4.
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Words
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