Pyrogenic Meaning and Definition
Pyrogenic
Pronunciation
/ˌpaɪrəʊdʒɪk/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A substance or agent that produces fever; a substance that causes heat and inflammation.
Examples
- The patient’s temperature rose to 102°F due to the pyrogenic reaction.
- The new medication was pyrogenic, causing the patient’s body to produce a fever.
Synonyms
- Fever-producing
- Inflammatory
Antonyms
- Cooling
- Anti-inflammatory
Etymology
The word “Pyrogenic” comes from the Greek words “pyro” meaning fire and “genos” meaning producing, referring to the production of heat and fever.
Usage Notes
Pyrogenic substances are often found in nature, such as certain bacteria, viruses, and fungi, which can cause infections and fever in humans.
Cultural References
The concept of pyrogenic has been featured in various scientific and medical contexts, including documentaries and medical texts.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
N/A
Related Words or Phrases
Fever, Inflammation, Heat
Collocations
pyrogenic reaction, pyrogenic agent, pyrogenic substance
Frequency of Use
Pyrogenic is a relatively rare term, mostly used in scientific and medical contexts.
Common Misspellings
Pyriggenic, Pyroganic, Pyrogenicly