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rotted

/ˈrɑtɪd/
verb
  1. Past tense of rot; decayed or decomposed, usually due to bacteria, fungi, or age.
    • The fruit rotted quickly in the summer heat.
    • The old wooden fence rotted after years of rain.
    • The fallen leaves rotted on the forest floor, enriching the soil.
adjective
  1. Having decayed or decomposed; spoiled or ruined.
    • The rotted log was home to many insects.
    • She threw away the rotted vegetables from the fridge.
    • The rotted floorboards creaked dangerously underfoot.
Synonyms
decayedspoiled
Antonyms
fresh
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