Fester
Pronunciation: /ˈfɛstər/
Fester (verb)
- To become infected and produce pus, making the condition worse.
- To become worse over time because it is not dealt with.
Examples
- If untreated, the cut will fester and cause more pain.
- A small scratch can fester if not cleaned properly.
Common collocations: fester and ooze, fester for days, fester beneath the surface, fester in silence, allow to fester