JLPT N1 Advanced
ヒステリー
Hysteria; an uncontrollable emotional outburst.
Readings
1 Noun
Hysterics
A sudden and intense loss of emotional control resulting in chaotic behavior like screaming or violent crying.
Example
彼女 は 突然 ヒステリー を 起こし て 、 泣き 始め た 。
She suddenly became hysterical and started crying.
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2 Noun, Na-adjective (when used with な)
Hysterical
Characterizes a person or behavior that is emotionally unstable, high-strung, and prone to irrational screaming matches.
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