ranc

be rotten, stink

Usage

  • rancid

    Something rancid is way past fresh; in fact, it is decomposing quickly and has a bad taste or smell.

  • rancor

    Rancor is a feeling of bitter ill will or intense dislike towards another person.

  • rancorous

    showing deep-seated resentment

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