Definition

The condition of being dirty or containing waste matter, often referring to something that is muddy or foul.

Example

The river was polluted, showing signs of feculence that made it unsafe for swimming.

Conversation

Have you ever heard the term feculence?

No, I haven't. What does it mean?

It refers to the state of being dirty or filthy, often related to waste.

That sounds quite unpleasant! I’ll remember that word.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Feculence → It is formed from "feculent" (from Latin "feculentus", meaning muddy or filthy) and the suffix "-ence" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "feculence" refers to the state of being muddy or filthy, often used to describe something that is dirty or contaminated.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'feculent' which means muddy or dirty, and remember that 'feculence' describes the state of being dirty or contaminated.

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