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festering

The correct spelling is festering.

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verb

Say it like: Fes-ter-ing

The correct spelling is festering. To become septic; to become rotten. For example: "Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester."

Usage Examples

Deal with the problem immediately; do not let it fester.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To become septic; to become rotten.
  2. 2.To worsen, especially due to lack of attention.
  3. 3.To cause to fester or rankle.

noun

  1. 1.The condition of something that festers.

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