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Definition of: rotten
(rot′n) adjective
1. Decomposed by natural process; putrid.
2. Unsound; liable to break.
3. Untrustworthy; treacherous; also, venal; corrupt.
4. Afflicted with the rot, as sheep.
5. Colloq. Worthless. [<ON rotinn]
—rot′ten·ly adverb
—rot′ten·ness noun Synonyms: carious, corrupt, decayed, deceitful, decomposed, defective, fetid, offensive, putrefied, putrescent, putrid, tainted, treacherous, unsound. See BAD. Antonyms: complete, fresh, healthful, healthy, perfect, pure, sound, sweet, untainted, wholesome.
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