Septic
6 lettersadjectivemoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Containing, caused by, or resulting from harmful disease-causing micro-organisms.
“The wound became septic after being left untreated for several days.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈsɛp.tɪk/
Syllables
sep·tic
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Word Game Tips
Wordle
Contains common letters S, E, T, P, I, C, the PTC cluster near the end is a useful pattern to remember
Scrabble
Worth 10 points, C and P add moderate value, hooks with S for SEPTICS
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