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hysteric

/hɪˈstrɛrɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does hysteric mean?

adjective

Excessively emotional or irrational; characterized by or exhibiting hysteria. Often used to describe someone who is overreacting or being overly dramatic.

Example

"The hysteric reaction to the news was immediate, with many people panicking and crying."

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