What context can I use each word in?
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diaphoretical
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The diaphoretical properties of the herbal tea helped to reduce the fever. [diaphoretical: adjective]
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The patient's diaphoretical condition was a side effect of the medication. [diaphoretical: noun]
diaphoretic
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The doctor prescribed a diaphoretic medication to help break the patient's fever. [diaphoretic: adjective]
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The diaphoretic properties of the sauna helped to detoxify the body. [diaphoretic: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Diaphoretic is more commonly used than diaphoretical in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between diaphoretical and diaphoretic?
Both words can be used in technical or medical contexts, but diaphoretical may have a more formal connotation due to its less common usage.
