Definition

Changed into a dark, organic material that forms in soil from the decay of plant and animal matter.

Example

The humified soil is rich in nutrients and supports healthy plant growth.

Conversation

Have you seen how humified the soil looks in my garden?

Yeah, it looks great! That means it's really healthy, right?

Absolutely! The humified soil helps the plants grow better.

I should probably do that to my garden too!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Humified → It is formed from "humus" (from Latin, meaning earth or soil) and the suffix "-ified" (meaning to make or to become). The word "humified" refers to the process of becoming enriched with organic matter, as in soil that has been transformed by the addition of decomposed material.

Memory Tip

Think of 'humus' as the earth or soil that becomes richer through the process of being 'made' or 'becoming' organic matter.

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