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hysteria

Translations

hysterianoun

hysterias

pl

The news of the scandal caused mass hysteria among the public.

Новость о скандале вызвала массовую истерию среди общественности.

Additional translations

сумасшествие

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Definitions

hysterianoun

A state of extreme emotional excitement or disturbance, often characterized by irrationality, laughter, weeping, etc.

The announcement of the band's reunion tour caused hysteria among their fans.

A psychological disorder (historically considered a female condition) marked by emotional excitability and sometimes by amnesia or a physical symptom without an organic cause.

In the 19th century, hysteria was often diagnosed in women who exhibited symptoms of anxiety and nervousness.

Exaggerated or uncontrollable emotion or excitement, especially among a group of people.

The hysteria surrounding the new product launch led to long lines and sold-out stores.