quartan

/ˈkɑr.tən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or occurring at four-day intervals

“The quartan fever recurs every four days, causing discomfort to the patient.”

2. noun

a quartan fever or a disease that occurs at four-day intervals

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with quartan fever after analyzing the symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • intermittent
  • tertian

Antonyms

  • continuous
  • persistent