fever
US /ˈfiː.vɚ/
UK /ˈfiː.vɚ/
1.
an abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering, headache, and in severe instances, delirium.
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The child had a high fever and was restless.
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He developed a fever after traveling to a tropical country.
2.
a state of extreme excitement or nervous agitation.
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The city was in a fever of anticipation for the upcoming festival.
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The election campaign created a national fever.