Rotten

adjective

/ˈɹɒtn̩/

Word Frequency: 2.9

Definitions

1.adjectiveOf perishable items, overridden with bacteria and other infectious agents.

"If you leave a bin unattended for a few weeks, the rubbish inside will turn rotten."

2.adjectiveIn a state of decay.

"His mouth stank and his teeth were rotten."

3.adjectiveCruel, mean or immoral.

"That man is a rotten father."

4.adjectiveBad or terrible.

"It was a rotten idea to take the boat out today."

5.adverbTo an extreme degree.

"That kid is spoilt rotten."

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