Putrid and Stale

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Putrid

Putrid adjective - In an advanced state of decomposition and having a foul odor.

Usage example: "horrible like raw and putrid flesh"- Somerset Maugham

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Stale is a synonym for putrid in foul topic. In some cases you can use "Stale" instead an adjective "Putrid", when it comes to topics like mouldy, musty.

Nearby Words: putridity, putridly

Stale

Stale adjective - Lacking freshness, palatability, or showing deterioration from age.

Usage example: stale bread

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Putrid is a synonym for stale in foul topic. You can use "Putrid" instead an adjective "Stale", if it concerns topics such as mouldy, musty.

Nearby Words: staled, staling

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