hyperpyrexia (noun)

1. In Greek mythology, hyperpyrexia was often associated with the wrath of the gods.

2. The main character in the horror movie suffered from hyperpyrexia, causing intense fear and suspense.

3. The description of a character experiencing hyperpyrexia added a sense of urgency and peril to the novel.

4. Why did the thermometer refuse to work in the hospital? Because it heard about hyperpyrexia and was afraid of getting too hot!