Septic

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛptɪk/

Definitions of septic

noun a septic tank or system

Example Sentences

A1 The septic tank needs to be emptied regularly.

A2 The septic system in the house was causing a foul smell.

B1 The septic infection required immediate medical attention.

B2 The septic shock was a serious complication of the surgery.

C1 The septicemia diagnosis was confirmed after further testing.

C2 The septic arthritis was causing severe joint pain.

adjective relating to or caused by infection

Example Sentences

A1 The septic tank needs to be emptied regularly.

A2 The septic smell coming from the bathroom was unbearable.

B1 The septic wound required immediate medical attention.

B2 The septic system in the house was in need of repair.

C1 The septic condition of the river was causing concern among environmentalists.

C2 The septic infection had spread to other parts of the body, requiring intensive treatment.

Examples of septic in a Sentence

formal The septic tank needs to be emptied regularly to prevent overflow.

informal I think there's something wrong with the septic system in the backyard.

slang The septic situation at the cabin is grossing me out.

figurative The septic atmosphere of negativity was palpable in the room.

Grammatical Forms of septic

• past tense: septed
• plural: septics
• comparative: more septic
• superlative: most septic
• present tense: septic
• future tense: will be septic
• perfect tense: have septic
• continuous tense: is being septic
• singular: septic
• positive degree: septic
• infinitive: to septic
• gerund: septicing
• participle: septicized

Origin and Evolution of septic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'septic' originated from the Latin word 'septicus', which means putrefying or causing decay.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in medical contexts to describe something causing decay or putrefaction, the term 'septic' has evolved to also refer to a system or tank for the disposal of sewage or waste. It has expanded beyond its medical roots to encompass a broader range of meanings related to contamination and infection.