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Definition of feverish

feverish

/ˈfiː.və.ɹɪʃ/
fe · ver · ish
Adverb:feverishly
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feverish Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having or showing the symptoms of a fever; caused by or associated with an abnormally high body temperature.

Example

"The child felt hot and feverish after catching a seasonal cold."

2

Characterized by intense, restless excitement, nervous energy, or frantic activity.

Example

"The editorial team worked at a feverish pace to meet the midnight publication deadline."

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• Nearby Words

fever
fevered
feverfew
feverish
feverishly
feverishness
feverless

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from 'fever' (from Old English 'fefer', ultimately from Latin 'febris', meaning 'fever') and the suffix '-ish'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Feverish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/feverish
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