
Overripe
Negative Connotation
Implies something is past its best condition and undesirable for consumption or use.
The overripe smell of the vegetables made me lose my appetite.
Visual Cue
Often associated with visible signs of decay such as dark spots, mushiness, or mold.
You could see the overripe strawberries were squishy and discolored.
Odor Indicator
Can be identified by a strong, sometimes unpleasant, smell indicating spoilage.
The overripe melon had a fermented odor that filled the entire room.
Compare with
DecayFermentMoldyPutridRipeRottenSpoil
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