| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| EMBALM | Preserve from decay | |
| PRESERVATIVE | Having the power or quality of preserving; tending to preserve, or to keep from injury, decay, etc. | |
| PRESERVE | ...e substance, as sugar, salt, etc.; to season and prepare for remaining in a good state, as fruits, meat, etc.; as, to preserve peaches or grapes... | |
| ROTTEN | Suffering from decay | |
| INCORRUPTNESS | Freedom or exemption from decay or corruption. | |