Fever

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1. Noun

A diseased state of the system, marked by increased heat, acceleration of the pulse, and a general derangement of the functions, including usually, thirst and loss of appetite. Many diseases, of which fever is the most prominent symptom, are denominated fevers; as, typhoid fever; yellow fever.

2. Noun

Excessive excitement of the passions in consequence of strong emotion; a condition of great excitement; as, this quarrel has set my blood in a fever.

3. Verb

To put into a fever; to affect with fever; as, a fevered lip.

4. Noun

a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare

5. Noun

a state of nervous excitement; "in a fever of resentment"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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