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festering Synonyms & Antonyms

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Festering as a Noun

1

The condition of something that festers.

Festering as a Verb

1

present participle and gerund of fester

2

To become septic; to become rotten.

3

To worsen, especially due to lack of attention.

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

4

To cause to fester or rankle.

Festering as an Adjective

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Festering in a Sentence

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

Word Forms & Grammar

festering (plural festerings)

festering

festering (comparative more festering, superlative most festering)

Words That Rhyme With Festering

Quick Facts About Festering

Part of speechnoun, verb, adjective
MeaningThe condition of something that festers
Pluralfesterings
Comparative / superlativemore festering, most festering

Festering: Your Questions Answered

Is festering a noun or a verb?

Festering is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an adjective.

What is the plural of festering?

The plural of festering is festerings.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of festering?

The comparative form is more festering and the superlative form is most festering.

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