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rottener

The correct spelling is rottener.

How to pronounce rottener

adjective

Say it like: Rot-ten-er

The correct spelling is rottener. Of perishable items, overridden with bacteria and other infectious agents. For example: "If you leave a bin unattended for a few weeks, the rubbish inside will turn rotten."

Usage Examples

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

His mouth stank and his teeth were rotten.

That man is a rotten father.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Of perishable items, overridden with bacteria and other infectious agents.
  2. 2.In a state of decay.
  3. 3.Cruel, mean or immoral.
  4. 4.Bad or terrible.

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