hectic

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Synonyms: pectic

Antonyms: pectic

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|figurative}} Very [[busy]] with [[activity]] and [[confusion]].
2. {{lb|en|obsolete}} Denoting a type of [[fever]] accompanying [[consumption]] and similar wasting diseases, characterised by flushed cheeks and dry skin.
3. {{lb|en|obsolete}} Pertaining to or symptomatic of such a fever.

Noun

1. A hectic [[fever]].
2. A [[flush]] like one produced by such a fever.

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