febrile

/ˈfiːbraɪl/

Definitions

1. adjective

characterized by or relating to fever; affected with fever.

“The patient was febrile and complained of headaches.”

2. noun

a state of feverishness, especially as a symptom of a disease.

“The doctor checked the patient’s temperature to determine the extent of their febrile condition.”

Synonyms

  • feverish
  • pyretic

Antonyms

  • afebrile
  • normal