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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pyretic

/ˈpaɪrɪtɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does pyretic mean?

adjective

Relating to or resembling fire; fiery. Characterized by or accompanied by a high fever, especially one caused by a disease such as malaria.

Example

"The pyretic symptoms of the patient were a high temperature and a severe headache."

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