Hysterical

/hɪstˈɛɹɪkə‍l/

/hɪˈstɛɹɪkəɫ/

hysterical

marked by intense and irrational emotional reactions due to heightened emotional states

experiencing or displaying extreme and uncontrolled emotion, such as laughter or crying

Example

A small problem at work caused a hysterical reaction among the staff.

The car breaking down on the way to an important meeting caused a hysterical meltdown.

The sudden breakup left her in a hysterical state, crying uncontrollably.

The teacher, usually calm, got a surprise and had a hysterical outburst, losing control.

Something unexpected happened, and people started screaming and panicking, acting hysterical.

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