Putrefaction

Synonyms of putrefaction

• decay
• decomposition
• rot

Antonyms of putrefaction

• preservation
• integrity
• freshness

Collocations of putrefaction

process of

Frequency: 70 %

Putrefaction is the process of decay in organic matter.

foul odor

Frequency: 65 %

The foul odor of putrefaction filled the room.

rapid decomposition

Frequency: 60 %

The body showed signs of rapid decomposition due to putrefaction.

bacterial activity

Frequency: 50 %

Putrefaction is primarily caused by bacterial activity breaking down tissues.

foul-smelling gases

Frequency: 45 %

Putrefaction releases foul-smelling gases into the air.

Idiomatic Expressions for putrefaction

• Phrase: moral putrefaction
  Meaning: the process of moral decay or corruption
  Usage: The scandal revealed the moral putrefaction within the company's leadership.