Definition

Relating to or having a fever; feeling hot and sick.

Example

The patient was in a febrile state, showing signs of high temperature and discomfort.

Conversation

I felt really febrile last night; I could hardly sleep.

Oh no, that sounds rough! Did you take anything for it?

Yeah, I took some medicine, but I still feel a bit febrile today.

You should rest and drink lots of water; fever can really drain your energy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Febrile → It is derived from "febris" (meaning fever) in Latin. The word "febrile" refers to a condition characterized by fever or fever-like symptoms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'febris' which means fever, and remember that 'febrile' describes something related to having a fever.

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