Putrescent

Pronunciation: /ˈpuˈtɹeɪˈsɛnt/

Putrescent (adj)

  1. Having a bad smell because something is decaying and breaking down.
  2. In a state of decay where tissues or organic material are breaking down.
  3. Causing disgust or danger because it is rotting and may spread harmful germs.

Putrescent (adjective)

Examples

  • The putrescent smell filled the room.
  • The room filled with a putrescent smell.