apyrexial

/ˌæpɪˈrekˌsɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by the absence of fever

“The doctor said that the patient’s apyrexial state was a good sign of recovery.”

2. noun

a person or animal that is experiencing no fever

“The nurse checked on the patient to see if he was still apyrexial.”

Synonyms

  • afebrile
  • feverless

Antonyms

  • febrile
  • pyrexial