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septic

adjective

/ˈsɛptɪk/

Meaning

Infected with harmful bacteria; relating to or causing infection.

The doctor treated the patient's septic wound immediately.

infected, contaminated, putrid, toxic, diseased

sterile, clean, pure

septic wound, septic infection, septic tank, septic shock

Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

Characterized by bitterness or resentment.

Being in good physical or mental condition; promoting good health.

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

Fond of company; sociable.

Spreading widely throughout an area or group; prevalent everywhere.