What is another word for mouldered?
Pronunciation: [mˈə͡ʊldəd] (IPA) 
Mouldered is a verb that refers to the decaying or decomposing of organic matter, typically food, plants, or animal remains. Some of the synonyms of mouldered include decayed, spoiled, putrefied, decomposed, rotted, disintegrated, deteriorated, crumbled, and turned to dust. These terms all describe the same process of organic matter breaking down, but each has its own nuances. Decay and spoilage often imply a loss of freshness or edibility, while putrefaction suggests a more offensive odor. Decomposition and disintegration emphasize the physical breakdown of the material, while deterioration suggests a gradual decline over time. Crumbling and turning to dust imply a final state of disintegration.
