Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyretic
adjective
/pīˈretik/
Definition
Relating to or inducing fever.
Examples
- The pyretic response of the body is a natural defense mechanism against infections.
- Pyretic medications are often used to reduce fever in patients.
Meaning
The term ‘pyretic’ is often used in medical contexts to describe factors that can cause an increase in body temperature, leading to fever.
Synonyms
- feverish
- febrile
- thermogenic
