Delirante (en. Absurd)

/de.liˈɾan.te/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Describes something that causes confusion or loss of reason.
The movie had a delirious plot that left everyone baffled.
La película tenía un argumento delirante que dejó a todos perplejos.
Refers to an extremely intense experience or state of mind.
The concert was a delirious experience that everyone will remember.
El concierto fue una experiencia delirante que todos recordarán.
Describes surreal or absurd situations.
The party turned out to be a delirious event with unexpected performances.
La fiesta resultó ser un evento delirante con actuaciones inesperadas.

Etymology

From Latin 'delirans', meaning 'to go off the rails', referring to a craze or madness.

Common Phrases and Expressions

delirious adventure
An intense or exciting adventure that causes amazement.
delirante aventura
delirious idea
An idea that seems absurd or unreal.
idea delirante
delirious laughter
Laughter that arises from absurd or uncontrolled situations.
risa delirante

Related Words

delirium
State of mental confusion or temporary loss of reason.
delirio
delirium
Mental disorder characterized by confusion and disorientation.
delirium
madness
State of mental disturbance.
locura

Slang Meanings

Something extremely funny or crazy.
That joke was so delirious that I couldn't stop laughing.
Esa broma fue tan delirante que no pude parar de reír.
An event that is out of the ordinary.
Saturday’s party was delirious, I’ve never seen anything like it.
La fiesta del sábado fue delirante, nunca vi algo así.