Putrid — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈpyü-trəd/ pu·trid

Meaning & Definition of Putrid

Putrid (adjective)

  1. being in a state of putrefaction, rotten
  2. of, relating to, or characteristic of putrefaction, foul
  3. morally corrupt

Putrid (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having undergone organic breakdown

    "the putrid remains of a dead raccoon on the side of the highway"

    similar: addled, bad, corrupted, decayed, decomposed, putrefied, rotten, spoiled
    related: curdled, fermented, off, rancid, rank, sour, soured, sourish, turned, contaminated, defiled, fouled, impure, polluted, tainted, corroded, crumbled, degenerated, deteriorated, disintegrated, decaying, decomposing, disintegrating, mildewy, moldering, moldy, putrefying, putrescent, rotting, gangrenous
    opposite: undecomposed
    near: fresh, good, sweet, preserved, pristine, uncontaminated, undefiled, unpolluted, unspoiled, untainted, untouched

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Putrid

The most common words with a similar meaning to Putrid:

addled, bad, corrupted, decayed, decomposed, putrefied, rotten, spoiled

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Putrid

Words with the opposite meaning of Putrid:

undecomposed

Related Words for Putrid

curdled, fermented, off, rancid, rank, sour, soured, sourish, turned, contaminated, defiled, fouled, impure, polluted, tainted, corroded, crumbled, degenerated, deteriorated, disintegrated, decaying, decomposing, disintegrating, mildewy, moldering, moldy, putrefying, putrescent, rotting, gangrenous

Near Antonyms of Putrid

fresh, good, sweet, preserved, pristine, uncontaminated, undefiled, unpolluted, unspoiled, untainted, untouched

Word Forms of Putrid

Derived words: putridity (noun), putridly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Putrid

Latin putridus, from putrēre to be rotten, from puter, putris rotten; akin to Latin putēre to stink foul:1

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Putrid

What does "Putrid" mean?

"Putrid" means being in a state of putrefaction, rotten. As an adjective, it is defined as: being in a state of putrefaction, rotten.

What is another word for "Putrid"?

Other words for "Putrid" include addled, bad, corrupted, decayed, decomposed, putrefied, rotten and spoiled. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Putrid" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Putrid"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Putrid". Common alternatives include addled, bad, corrupted, decayed, decomposed, putrefied, rotten and spoiled.

What is the opposite of "Putrid"?

Antonyms of "Putrid" include undecomposed. Near antonyms include fresh, good, sweet and preserved.

How do you use "Putrid" in a sentence?

Examples of "Putrid" in a sentence: "the putrid remains of a dead raccoon on the side of the highway".

Is "Putrid" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Putrid" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Putrid"?

"Putrid" is pronounced /ˈpyü-trəd/ and divided into syllables as pu·trid.

What is the origin of the word "Putrid"?

"Putrid" comes from Latin putridus, from putrēre to be rotten, from puter, putris rotten; akin to Latin putēre to stink foul:1. First known use: 15th century.