Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fevered
Adjective
/ˈfiːvərd/
Definition
Having an elevated body temperature, often due to illness; marked by a state of excitement or agitation.
Examples
- After running the marathon, she felt fevered and needed to rest.
- His fevered imagination conceived incredible stories.
Meaning
The term ‘fevered’ refers to a condition where a person has a higher than normal body temperature, typically because of an infection or illness. It can also describe a state of intense emotion or excitement.
Synonyms
- agitated
- excited
- inflamed
- heated
