Feverish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfiː.və.ɹɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Feverish is an adjective meaning Having a fever, an elevated body temperature.
Meaning
Having a fever, an elevated body temperature.
More Meanings
- Filled with excess energy.
- Morbidly eager.
Example Sentences
a feverish desire to see her again
He worked with feverish excitement.
The illness made him feverish, so they applied cold compresses.
People who feel warm or provide a history of feeling feverish may also be determined to have a fever.
Synonyms for feverish
Depending on context, synonyms include agitated, sick, hectic, ill, febrile, feverous.
Antonyms for feverish
Common opposites include afebrile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include febrile, feverous, sick, agitated, hectic, ill.
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