Fevered: meaning, definitions and examples

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fevered

 

[ ˈfiːvərd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Fevered refers to a state characterized by an elevated body temperature, typically indicating illness or infection. It can also describe an excited, agitated, or intense emotional state. When someone is fevered, they may experience symptoms such as sweating, chills, and discomfort.

Synonyms

agitated, febrile, frenzied, heated

Examples of usage

  • He felt fevered after running a marathon.
  • The fevered patient was in and out of consciousness.
  • She had fevered dreams throughout the night.
  • The discussion turned fevered as the debate heated up.

Translations

Translations of the word "fevered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 febril

🇮🇳 बुखारी

🇩🇪 fieberhaft

🇮🇩 demam

🇺🇦 лихоманковий

🇵🇱 gorączkowy

🇯🇵 熱っぽい

🇫🇷 fiévreux

🇪🇸 febril

🇹🇷 ateşli

🇰🇷 열이 있는

🇸🇦 حموي

🇨🇿 horečnatý

🇸🇰 horúčky

🇨🇳 发热的

🇸🇮 vročinski

🇮🇸 hitakennur

🇰🇿 жоғары температуралы

🇬🇪 ცხელება

🇦🇿 qızdırmalı

🇲🇽 febril

Word origin

The word 'fevered' is derived from the noun 'fever', which comes from the Old English 'feofor', meaning 'fever' or 'heat'. This root is related to the Proto-Germanic term '*fevrō', which also signifies heat or burning. The use of 'fever' in English has been traced back to the 14th century, when it was commonly used to describe a state of heightened body temperature, usually due to illness. The adjective form 'fevered' developed later to indicate the condition or symptoms associated with having a fever. Over time, the term expanded to encompass not only physical states but also emotional ones, reflecting a sense of increased intensity or extreme agitation. The evolution of this word showcases how language adapts to convey both literal and metaphorical meanings, particularly in the context of health and human emotional experiences.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,091, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.