Festering Synonyms and Antonyms

To cause bitterness
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. plaguing
  2. smoldering
Ripen and generate pus
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. decaying
  2. rotting
  3. maturating
  4. suppurating
  5. rankling
  6. inflaming
  7. oozing
  8. growing
  9. fretting
  10. corrupting
  11. blistering
Antonyms:
  1. dissipating
  2. lessening
  3. healing
A fluid product of inflammation
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. suppuration
  2. pus
  3. purulence
  4. algesia
  5. ichor
  6. maturation
  7. sanies

Festering Sentence Examples

  • Most of them were disfigured by frost-bitten noses and cheeks, and nearly all had red, swollen and festering eyes.

  • The whole area is like a festering sore, deprived of the healing power of fresh air i.e. open debate.

  • Harboring anger or other emotions at unresolved issues can lead to festering resentment that will undoubtedly eat away at your relationship.

  • A drying room would be nice, but the problem is really good ventilation, and clothes tend to be left there festering.

  • But, left unacknowledged and unaddressed, these issues become festering sores in the relationship between VS and the rest of the industry.

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