feverish
word
Definition
Feeling or showing signs of a fever, such as being hot or sweating. Also used to describe excitement, nervous energy, or intense activity.
Usage & Nuances
Used both literally (illness) and figuratively (intense or excited feelings). Common with words like 'pace', 'activity', or 'rush'. Often describes an urgent or restless mood.
Spanish: febril - agitado (figurado)Portuguese (BR): febril - agitado (figurado)Portuguese (PT): febril - agitado (figurado)Chinese (Simplified): 发烧的 - 狂热的 (比喻)Chinese (Traditional): 發燒的 - 狂熱的 (比喻)Hindi: बुख़ार से ग्रस्त - उतावला (रूपक)Arabic: محوم - متحمس (مجازي)
Example Sentences
He looked feverish and weak.
basic
My skin feels feverish to the touch.
basic
She spoke in a feverish whisper.
basic
His team worked at a feverish pace to finish the project.
natural
There was a feverish excitement in the air before the concert.
natural
He sent feverish texts all evening, worried about the news.
natural