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hysterical

/hɪˈstɛrɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does hysterical mean?

adjective

Excessively or uncontrollably funny; wildly or extravagantly humorous. Often used to describe something that is absurd or ridiculous.

Example

"The comedian's jokes were so hysterical that the audience was in stitches."

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