No. 2,933 in French
fièvre
"Fièvre" means "fever" in English.
In a sentence
Elle est malade et a de la fièvre.
She is sick and has a fever.
'Fièvre' is used to refer to a physical condition or symptom of an illness, specifically fever.
La fièvre de l'écriture l'a envahie ces derniers temps.
The fervor for writing has overwhelmed her lately.
'Fièvre' is metaphorically used to describe an intense passion or activity.
La fièvre de l'excitation était palpable dans la salle.
The feverish excitement was palpable in the room.
'Fièvre' is figuratively employed to convey a heightened emotional state or a charged atmosphere.
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