Definition & Meaning of "hysterical"in English

hysterical

experiencing a state of extreme fear or panic, unable to stay calm

Examples

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

She became hysterical when she thought she lost her child.

showing extreme emotion like laughing or crying loudly and wildly, usually because of excitement or strong feelings, but not because of fear or panic

Examples

She became hysterical with laughter after hearing the joke.

The news of her promotion left her coworkers hysterical with joy.

causing people to laugh uncontrollably because of being very funny

comic

comical

funny

hilarious

humorous

Informal

Examples

The comedian 's jokes were so hysterical that the whole audience could n't stop laughing.

The movie had a hysterical scene where the characters got into a ridiculous situation.

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