Fiévreux (en. Feverish)
[fjɛvʁø]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is affected by fever.
He feels feverish after catching a cold.
Il se sent fiévreux après avoir attrapé un rhume.
Who is characterized by a state of agitation, excitement, or intensity.
His gaze was feverish, betraying his impatience.
Son regard était fiévreux, trahissant son impatience.
Who has a very passionate or extreme character.
This artist has a feverish style that sets him apart from others.
Cet artiste a un style fiévreux qui le distingue des autres.
Etymology
From the Latin 'febrilis' meaning 'relating to fever'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
feverish from heat
State of high body temperature.
fiévreux de chaleur
a feverish gaze
An intense or fiery gaze, often linked to passion or impatience.
un regard fiévreux
Related Words
fever
Abnormal elevation of body temperature.
fièvre
fever
Last name or old term used to designate someone suffering from fever.
fiebvre
Slang Meanings
To be very excited about a situation.
He was feverish during the concert, his passion was palpable.
Il était fiévreux pendant le concert, sa passion était palpable.
To have very intense or extravagant ideas.
His plans seem feverish, but they could succeed.
Ses projets paraissent fiévreux, mais ils pourraient réussir.