Decomposed Meaning in English
word · lemma: decompose
Definition
When something, especially organic matter, has broken down or rotted due to bacteria and other natural processes. For example, a body or plant material that is no longer whole because it has decayed.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used about dead plants, animals, or food. Usually describes something that has broken down completely or partially in a natural way. Formal or scientific; not used for things that break mechanically. Occasionally used figuratively for breakdowns (e.g., 'decomposed data' in computing).
Example Sentences
The fruit had decomposed in the bowl.
basic
The animal's body had decomposed after many days.
basic
Leaves on the forest floor had decomposed into rich soil.
basic
Everything in the compost heap has decomposed nicely over the summer.
natural
The decomposed remains made it difficult for investigators to identify the victim.
natural
By the time they found the food, it was already decomposed and inedible.
natural