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fester

verb

/ˈfɛstər/

Meaning

to become worse or more intense, often through neglect or infection

If grievances are ignored, they may fester into resentment.

rot, worsen, aggravate, decay

heal, improve

fester over time, fester in silence

to live in a place; to think about something for a long time

to position the body by resting on the knees, usually as a sign of respect, prayer, or submission

to grind or strike the teeth together, often in anger or frustration

to take possession of a property due to the owner's failure to keep up mortgage payments

to have a strong desire or longing for something

To prevent or hinder something from happening