fester
/ˈfɛstər/
verb
- (of a wound or sore) to become infected and produce pus.
- The small cut on his finger began to fester after he ignored it for days.
- The doctor warned that the deep scrape could fester if not treated with antiseptic.
- If you don't clean the wound properly, it will fester and get worse.
- (of a problem, feeling, or situation) to become worse or more bitter over time, especially when not dealt with.
- The disagreement between the neighbors festered for months, turning into a full-blown feud.
- Unresolved issues in a relationship can fester and eventually destroy trust.
- Her resentment toward her coworker continued to fester long after the argument.
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noun
- A sore that has become infected and produces pus.
- The old fester finally healed after a week of treatment.
- The nurse cleaned the fester on his arm and applied a bandage.
- He had a painful fester on his foot that made walking difficult.