Definitions
- Describing organic matter that is capable of decaying and producing foul odors. - Referring to substances that can rot or spoil over time. - Talking about materials that are susceptible to bacterial or fungal growth and decay.
- Describing materials that can break down into simpler substances over time. - Referring to organic matter that can be broken down by natural processes. - Talking about substances that can be recycled or reused after breaking down.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe materials that can break down over time.
- 2Both words refer to organic matter.
- 3Both words can be used in environmental contexts.
- 4Both words imply a natural process of decay or breakdown.
What is the difference?
- 1Odor: Putrefiable specifically refers to materials that produce foul odors during decay, while decomposable does not have this connotation.
- 2Timeframe: Putrefiable implies a faster rate of decay and spoilage compared to decomposable, which can take longer to break down.
- 3Purpose: Decomposable suggests a potential for reuse or recycling after breaking down, while putrefiable does not have this implication.
- 4Scope: Putrefiable is more limited in its usage to describing organic matter that produces foul odors, while decomposable can be used more broadly to describe any material that can break down over time.
- 5Connotation: Putrefiable has a negative connotation due to its association with foul odors and decay, while decomposable is neutral or positive due to its potential for reuse and recycling.
Remember this!
Putrefiable and decomposable are both words used to describe organic matter that can break down over time. However, putrefiable specifically refers to materials that produce foul odors during decay and implies a faster rate of decay compared to decomposable. On the other hand, decomposable suggests a potential for reuse or recycling after breaking down and can be used more broadly to describe any material that can break down over time.
