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Meaning of feverish
having or showing the symptoms of fever, or an intense and uncontrolled enthusiasm
Etymology of feverish
The word "feverish" originated from the Old English word "fēfer" and the Old French word "fievre", both of which are derived from the Latin word "febris", meaning fever
Historically, the word "feverish" was used to describe both physical and emotional states, with the connotation of intense heat or passion
Synonyms
frantic
frenzied
fevered
excited
agitated
intense
passionate
enthusiastic
fervent
zealous
ardent
fiery
heated
inflamed
irritable
testy
petulant
cranky
irascible
fractious
peevish
querulous
cantankerous
captious
splenetic
sulky
sullen
moody
temperamental
mercurial
changeable
volatile
unpredictable
erratic
unstable
frenetic
hyperactive
overwrought
hysterical
frantic
delirious
Definitions
- Having a fever, or a high body temperature, typically as a result of illness or infection
- * Characterized by or showing intense and uncontrolled enthusiasm, excitement, or energy
Usage Examples
- The patient was feverish and required immediate medical attention
- * The crowd was feverish with excitement as they waited for the concert to begin
- * The feverish atmosphere in the room was palpable as the team prepared for the big game