1. relating to, characterized by, or having a fever
Usage: medical/clinical term

Examples

• The pyrexic patient was given antipyretic medication to reduce the fever.
• A pyrexic response is common in viral infections.
• The doctor noted the child's pyrexic state and ordered blood tests.
• Pyrexic symptoms typically include elevated body temperature and chills.
• The pyrexic condition persisted for three days before improving.