Decomposing

Synonyms of decomposing

• spoiling
• decaying
• rotting

Antonyms of decomposing

• fresh
• intact
• preserving

Collocations of decomposing

organic waste

Frequency: 65 %

The decomposing organic waste in the landfill released methane gas.

plant material

Frequency: 60 %

The decomposing plant material added nutrients to the soil.

food waste

Frequency: 50 %

The decomposing food waste in the compost bin produced a foul odor.

dead animals

Frequency: 45 %

The decomposing dead animals attracted scavengers to the area.

Idiomatic Expressions for decomposing

• Phrase: decomposing a body
  Meaning: the natural process of a body breaking down after death
  Usage: The forensic team found a decomposing body in the abandoned house.