hyperthermia

noun
UK: /ˌhaɪ.pəˈθɜː.mi.ə/
US: /ˌhaɪ.pərˈθɜːr.mi.ə/

  1. A dangerously high body temperature, usually caused by prolonged exposure to hot weather or strenuous activity.

    1. Hyperthermia is dangerous for young children.
    2. The athlete was hospitalized due to hyperthermia after running the marathon in extreme heat.

  2. The condition of having a body temperature that is much higher than normal, potentially life-threatening if not treated quickly.

    1. Seek immediate medical help for hyperthermia.
    2. Untreated hyperthermia can lead to organ damage and even death, requiring immediate cooling measures.

Synonyms

heatstroke fever

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hyperthermia" in English means: A dangerously high body temperature, usually caused by prolonged exposure to hot weather or strenuous activity., The condition of having a body temperature that is much higher than normal, potentially life-threatening if not treated quickly..

The phonetic transcription of "hyperthermia" is /ˌhaɪ.pəˈθɜː.mi.ə/ in British English and /ˌhaɪ.pərˈθɜːr.mi.ə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hyperthermia": heatstroke, fever.

Example usage of "hyperthermia": "Hyperthermia is dangerous for young children.". More examples on the page.