feverish
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for feverish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having a fever or an unusually high body temperature.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
febrile
feverous
Antonyms
How to use feverish
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
feverish activity
feverish pace
feel feverish
Etymology
From fever plus the adjective ending -ish.
Full origin of feverish →Frequently asked questions
What does “feverish” mean?
The word “feverish” means having a fever or an unusually high body temperature. In plain terms, either physically running a fever, or acting with frantic, overexcited energy.
How do you pronounce “feverish”?
“Feverish” is pronounced FEE-vuh-rihsh (/ˈfi.vɚ.ɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “feverish” in a sentence?
Here is “feverish” used in a sentence: “The child felt feverish, so his mother took his temperature.”
What part of speech is “feverish”?
“Feverish” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “feverish” have?
“Feverish” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a fever or an unusually high body temperature.
