typhous

/tɪˈfaʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to typhus, a bacterial infection

“The typhous fever spread quickly among the villagers.”

2. adjective

infested with or producing typhus

“The typhous rodents were seen scurrying through the abandoned building.”

3. noun

a person or animal infected with typhus

“The typhous patient was quarantined immediately.”

Synonyms

  • febrile
  • typhoid

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • well