1. the state of being putrid; rottenness or decay, especially of organic matter
2. moral corruption or depravity
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The putridity of the abandoned meat was overwhelming.
• Scientists studied the putridity of organic waste in landfills.
• The smell indicated advanced putridity in the compost pile.
• He was disgusted by the moral putridity he witnessed in the corrupt organization.
• The putridity of the situation became clear as more evidence emerged.
• Medical students learned about the stages of putridity in decomposition.