Definition of Putrid
Putrid
pu·tri·d


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Having a foul or unpleasant smell, especially due to decay or rot.

e.g. The putrid smell of the trash can was overwhelming.

(adjective)
of or characteristic of rotting or decaying matter;

e.g. He fainted every time he inhaled the putrid smells coming from the slaughterhouse.

(adjective)
repulsive;

e.g. The furniture was of a putrid green color that looked gaudy against the green walls.



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