Synonyms of fermented

Verb


1. ferment, seethe, boil

usage: be in an agitated or excited state; "The Middle East is fermenting"; "Her mind ferments"

2. ferment, inflame, stir up, wake, ignite, heat, fire up

usage: work up into agitation or excitement; "Islam is fermenting Africa"

3. ferment, work, convert

usage: cause to undergo fermentation; "We ferment the grapes for a very long time to achieve high alcohol content"; "The vintner worked the wine in big oak vats"

4. sour, turn, ferment, work, change state, turn

usage: go sour or spoil; "The milk has soured"; "The wine worked"; "The cream has turned--we have to throw it out"

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