decayed

[dɪˈkeɪd]

decayed Definition

  • 1having rotted or fallen into partial ruin, especially through neglect or lack of use
  • 2morally corrupt or degraded

Using decayed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decayed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The old abandoned house was in a state of decay.

  • Example

    The decaying fruit gave off a foul smell.

  • Example

    The city's infrastructure is decaying due to lack of maintenance.

  • Example

    His moral values had decayed over time.

  • Example

    The decaying society was in need of reform.

decayed Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with decayed

  • the process by which dental cavities are formed

    Example

    Poor dental hygiene can lead to tooth decay.

  • a graphical representation of the rate at which a substance decays

    Example

    The decay curve of radioactive isotopes can be used to determine their half-life.

  • the heat released by a radioactive substance as it decays

    Example

    The decay heat from spent nuclear fuel must be carefully managed to prevent accidents.

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Summary: decayed in Brief

The adjective 'decayed' [dɪˈkeɪd] describes something that has rotted or fallen into partial ruin due to neglect or lack of use, or someone who is morally corrupt or degraded. Examples include 'The old abandoned house was in a state of decay,' and 'His moral values had decayed over time.' The phrase 'tooth decay' refers to the process by which dental cavities are formed.