Fester (Verb)
Meaning
Ripen and generate pus; "her wounds are festering".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- The boil on his face began to fester and redden over the next few days.
- If left untreated, the infection will continue to fester and spread to other parts of her body.
- Her wounds are festering due to the poor conditions and lack of medical care.
- The cut on his knee started to fester after he fell into the stagnant water.
- Without proper care, the sore on her foot will fester and cause more harm.