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Definition of Defervescence
1. Noun. Abatement of a fever as indicated by a reduction in body temperature.
Generic synonyms: Abatement, Hiatus, Reprieve, Respite, Suspension
Derivative terms: Defervesce, Defervescent
Derivative terms: Defervesce, Defervescent
Definition of Defervescence
1. n. A subsiding from a state of ebullition; loss of heat; lukewarmness.
Definition of Defervescence
1. Noun. The departure or subsiding of a fever. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Defervescence
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Defervescence
1. Falling of an elevated temperature; abatement of fever. Origin: L. De-fervesco, to cease boiling, fr. De-neg. + fervesco, to begin to boil (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Defervescence
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