Festering

Synonyms of festering

• decaying
• rotting
• putrefying

Antonyms of festering

• healing
• mending
• recovering

Collocations of festering

festering wound

Frequency: 80 %

The festering wound on his leg needed immediate medical attention.

festering anger

Frequency: 70 %

His festering anger towards his boss was starting to affect his work performance.

festering resentment

Frequency: 60 %

Years of festering resentment towards his brother finally came to a head during the family reunion.

festering sore

Frequency: 50 %

The festering sore on her lip made it difficult for her to eat or speak.

Idiomatic Expressions for festering

• Phrase: festering resentment
  Meaning: growing bitterness or anger that is left unaddressed and unresolved
  Usage: Her festering resentment towards her coworker eventually led to a confrontation.