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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

festering

/ˈfɛstərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does festering mean?

verb

To be in a state of festering, meaning to be in a state of infection or inflammation, often accompanied by a foul odor. To be in a state of festering, meaning to be in a state of unresolved or festering issue.

Example

"The wound had been festering for days, and it was starting to smell badly."

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