Synonyms for

Septic

Verb / ˈseptɪk / Another word for septic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adjective - infected with harmful bacteria.

Synonyms & similar words

infected antiseptic infected poisoned contaminated dirty unclean unhygienic unsanitary noxious pestilent putrid rotten sick toxic viral infectious germy diseased foul filthy bacterial

Synonyms by register

Formal

infected diseased putrid foul toxic

Informal

rotten gross yucky nasty stinky

Literary

pestilent miasmatic corrupt

Antonyms

clean sterile sanitary pure healthy uninfected aseptic

Common collocations

  • septic tank
  • septic system
  • septicemia
  • septic shock
  • septic fluid
  • septic wound
  • septic material

Word family

noun sepsis
adjective septic

Usage note

Primarily used in a medical context to describe infection or in reference to sewage disposal systems. Avoid using informally for general unpleasantness unless referring to something literally decaying.

Example sentences

  1. The septic tank needs to be cleaned regularly.
  2. The septic sore on his leg was painful.
  3. The septic water was dangerous to drink.
  4. The septic wound was oozing pus.
  5. The septic hospital room was quarantined.

Quotes

  • The septic tank was overflowing, causing a foul smell to permeate the air. - Unknown
  • The septic wound was a breeding ground for bacteria, making it difficult to heal. - Unknown
  • The septic conditions in the slums were a breeding ground for disease. - Unknown

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