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Festered

Definition:

Festered is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "fester." It refers to the process of becoming worse or more intense over time, often associated with a physical injury or emotional turmoil. It can also describe the accumulation of pus in a wound or the development of a rotten or decaying condition.

Senses:

1. Verb (intransitive)

When something festers, it worsens or intensifies over time due to neglect, unresolved issues, or lack of attention.

Example sentences:

1. The unattended wound slowly festered, leading to a severe infection.
2. The conflict between the two factions within the organization festered for months before erupting into an all-out war.

2. Verb (transitive)

As a transitive verb, to fester can refer to the process of causing something to worsen or intensify over time.

Example sentences:

1. Her silence only festered the bitterness between them.
2. Ignoring the problem will only fester the resentment and tension in the office.

3. Adjective

As an adjective, "festered" describes something that has gone through the process of festering, often implying a rotten, decayed, or putrid condition.

Example sentences:

1. The festered wound emitted a foul odor and required immediate medical attention.
2. The festered fruit had attracted flies and was no longer edible.

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