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Necrotic

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Definition

Necrotic means related to or characterized by the death of cells or tissues.

Synonyms & similar words

dead decaying rotting gangrenous mortified putrid rotted rotten carious decomposed fetid foul offensive perished rank spoiled stinking wasted withered gory

Example sentences

  1. The necrotic leaf fell from the tree.
  2. The necrotic tissue needed to be removed for the wound to heal.
  3. The smell of necrotic flesh was overpowering.
  4. The doctor used a special cream to treat the necrotic skin.
  5. The necrotic cells were unable to perform their normal functions.

Quotes

  • In the necrotic silence, I realized the gravity of the situation.
  • The necrotic darkness consumed everything in its path.
  • She felt the weight of necrotic memories dragging her down.

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