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Meaning of septic
The primary meaning of the word "septic" refers to something related to or caused by sepsis, a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when the body's response to an infection damages its own tissues and organs.
Etymology of septic
The word "septic" comes from the Greek word "σῆψις" (sēpsis), meaning "putrefaction" or "decay"
Historically, the term "septic" was used to describe a condition of decay or putrefaction, and later it came to be associated with infection and disease
Synonyms
polluted
contaminated
foul
dirty
filthy
infected
diseased
tainted
spoiled
rotten
putrid
festering
gangrenous
infected
corrupted
decadent
degenerate
impure
unclean
unsanitary
unhealthy
insanitary
noxious
toxic
poisonous
venomous
malignant
harmful
injurious
damaging
destructive
corrosive
pernicious
deleterious
Definitions
- Relating to or caused by sepsis
- * Infected or contaminated with germs, especially bacteria
- * Relating to or characterized by the presence of pus or infection
Usage Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with a septic infection and was immediately treated with antibiotics
- * The septic tank was overflowing, causing a foul odor to spread throughout the neighborhood
- * The doctor warned that if the wound became septic, it could lead to serious complications