Decompositional (Adjective)
Meaning
Causing organic decay.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The decompositional process of the bacteria broke down the deceased animal's body rapidly.
- After a few weeks, the decompositional effects of the enzymes became apparent in the rotting fruit.
- The decompositional activity of the fungi in the forest floor recycled the nutrients from the decaying leaves.
- The warm and humid conditions accelerated the decompositional process of the organic matter in the compost pile.
- The insect's saliva had a decompositional effect on the plant tissue, allowing it to liquefy and be digested more easily.