putrefactive

• Adjectif qui décrit ce qui provoque ou est lié au processus de décomposition ou de putréfaction.

An adjective describing something that causes or is related to the process of decay or putrefaction.

1. Causing or promoting decayC2formalscientific

   Relating to or causing the decomposition of organic matter by bacteria, resulting in unpleasant odors and breakdown.

   Putréfactif

   • The putrefactive bacteria in the compost heap accelerated the breakdown of the leaves.
   • A putrefactive smell emanated from the stagnant water.
   • Certain putrefactive processes are essential for nutrient cycling in ecosystems.

   Synonymescorruptiveputrefacientseptic

   Antonymesantibacterialantisepticpreservative