febricity

/ˌfɛbrɪˈsɪsɪti/; /fɛbˈrɪsɪsɪti/ (fĕb-rĭ-sĭ-sĭ-tē)

Definitions

1. noun

a state of being feverish or having a fever; a quality of being hot or inflamed

“The patient’s febricity was a cause for concern, as it indicated a possible infection.”

Synonyms

  • fever
  • inflammation

Antonyms

  • hypothermia
  • normothermia