Febril (en. Febrile)

/feˈβɾil/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
It is said of a fever that is high or has an acute course.
The patient presents a febrile state that requires immediate medical attention.
El paciente presenta un estado febril que requiere atención médica inmediata.
It refers to a state of intense activity or agitation.
The ideas fervently created by the artist led him to complete his work in record time.
Las ideas febrilmente creadas por el artista lo llevaron a completar su obra en tiempo récord.
Describes something that is intense or passionate.
The discussion became febrile among the participants.
La discusión se volvió febril entre los participantes.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'febrilis', meaning 'related to fever'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

febrile state
Physical condition characterized by high fever.
estado febril
febrile activity
State of intense movement or work.
actividad febril
febrile debate
Conversation or discussion carried out with great passion.
debate febril

Related Words

fever
Temporary increase in body temperature.
fiebre
febrility
State of having a fever.
febrilidad

Slang Meanings

Extreme agitation or nervousness.
He was febrile with anticipation for the exam results.
Estaba febril por la espera de los resultados del examen.
Intense or effervescent emotion.
The atmosphere at the party was febrile; everyone was dancing and laughing.
El ambiente en la fiesta era febril, todos estaban bailando y riendo.