Putrescent (adjective)

1. In the process of rotting or decaying.
2. Having an offensive odor due to decay.
3. Becoming or being in a state of decay, rot or corruption.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin putrescent- "beginning to rot", from the verb putrescere.

Examples:

1. The putrescent food was discarded to prevent food poisoning.
2. The putrescent smell of the garbage filled the air.
3. The putrescent wound was covered with a poultice to hasten healing.
4. The putrescent tissue was removed and replaced with fresh, healthy tissue.
5. The putrescent plant matter was composted to create a nutrient-rich soil amendment.