Sudation: meaning, definitions and examples

Primarily used in medical or scientific contexts to refer to the process of sweating. It is not commonly used in everyday language.

• The patient exhibited excessive sudation due to the high fever

The most commonly used term in everyday language to describe the act of producing sweat. It can be used in both casual and formal situations.

• Ice water helps to cool down when you're sweating on a hot day

Commonly used in both casual and formal conversations to refer to the body's process of producing sweat. It does not have a negative connotation.

• After running for thirty minutes, perspiration was noticeable on his forehead

Usually used in medical contexts to describe abnormal or excessive sweating, often associated with illness or medication.

• The doctor noted signs of diaphoresis as a symptom of anxiety disorder