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rottenness

/ˈrɑːt.ən.nəs/
rot · ten · ness

Adverb:rottenly
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Adjective:rotten
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1

The state or quality of being decayed, decomposed, or spoiled, especially in organic matter.

Example

"The carpenter noticed a patch of rottenness at the base of the wooden support beam."


2

A state of deep moral corruption, dishonesty, or institutional degeneracy.

Example

"The investigative report exposed the deep-seated rottenness within the municipal administration."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rottenness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rottenness
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