exulcerate

/ɛksˈʌlkəreɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause or make a person or thing to feel or become ulcerated; to ulcerate

“The harsh criticism of the review would exulcerate her fragile mental state.”

2. verb

to become or make something ulcerated

“The wound began to exulcerate and turned septic.”

3. verb

to cause or make a sore or a wound

“The acidic substance will exulcerate the metal surface.”

4. verb

to cause or make something to become irritated or inflamed

“The rough texture of the fabric would exulcerate her skin.”

Synonyms

  • inflame
  • irritate
  • ulcerate

Antonyms

  • heal
  • soothe