Definition

Having characteristics similar to a fever or illness that causes shivering and discomfort.

Example

The patient exhibited aguelike symptoms, including chills and fever.

Conversation

I noticed you've been feeling a bit aguelike lately, are you okay?

Yeah, I’ve been feeling under the weather, but I'm managing.

It’s tough when you feel aguelike, I hope you get better soon.

Thanks! I'm just taking it easy and drinking lots of tea.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'aguelike' is derived from 'ague' (from Old French *agu*, meaning fever or chill) and '-like' (meaning resembling or similar to). Therefore, 'aguelike' refers to something that resembles or is characteristic of a fever or chill.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ague' as a reference to a fever or chill, and remember that 'aguelike' means resembling that condition.

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