febrifuge

/fɛbrɪfʊdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance or agent that reduces or relieves fever; a fever-reducing medication or remedy.

“The doctor recommended an herbal febrifuge to help alleviate the patient’s symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • antipyretic
  • coolant

Antonyms

  • hyperthermic
  • pyretic