Adjective
/febˈɾil/
"Febril" is an adjective used to describe a condition associated with fever. It often pertains to symptoms or states that arise during a fever, indicating a rise in body temperature or a state of being ill with a fever. The word is used primarily in medical contexts.
In the Spanish language, it is common in both oral and written contexts, especially in healthcare discussions, medical reports, and among healthcare professionals. The term is frequent in medical terminology and expressions, although it may appear less often in everyday conversational language.
El paciente presentó un estado febril durante la consulta.
The patient exhibited a febrile state during the consultation.
Los síntomas febriles sugieren una posible infección viral.
The febrile symptoms suggest a possible viral infection.
Es importante monitorear la temperatura en un cuadro febril.
It is important to monitor the temperature in a febrile condition.
While "febril" itself is not commonly featured in many idiomatic expressions, it can be incorporated into various contexts, especially in medical or health discussions. Here are some examples using it in a broader framework:
Una actividad febril es un signo de ansiedad.
A febrile activity is a sign of anxiety.
El éxito febril de la campaña sorprendió a todos.
The feverish success of the campaign surprised everyone.
Tienen una imaginación febril que los lleva a crear historias increíbles.
They have a feverish imagination that leads them to create incredible stories.
La comunidad trabajó con un fervor febril para ayudar a los damnificados.
The community worked with a feverish fervor to help the victims.
En épocas de exámenes, los estudiantes viven en un estado febril de estudio.
During exam times, students live in a feverish state of study.
The word "febril" derives from the Latin word "febrilis," which means "pertaining to fever" and is rooted in "febris," meaning "fever." Its use has evolved through various forms in Latin and Spanish, maintaining strong ties to its original meaning related to fever and illness.
Synonyms: - Fiebre (feverish) - Calenturiento (fevered)
Antonyms: - Afebril (afebrile, meaning free from fever) - Normal (normal, as in normal body temperature)