Definition

Connected to or caused by an increase in body temperature, often due to illness.

Example

The doctor noted that the pyretic symptoms indicated an infection.

Conversation

I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather lately.

Oh no! Do you think it’s something pyretic?

Yeah, I had a fever last night that made me feel really awful.

That sounds rough! Make sure to rest and drink plenty of fluids.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pyretic is derived from the Greek word "purētikos" (meaning feverish), which comes from "purētos" (meaning fever). The term refers to something that induces or relates to fever.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for fever ('purētos') to remember that 'pyretic' relates to fever or something that causes fever.

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