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    Delirio (en. Delirium)

    /deˈli.ɾio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    State of confusion and mental excitement.
    The patient fell into a delirium during the fever.
    El enfermo entró en un delirio durante la fiebre.
    Irrational idea or thought.
    His delirium for fame led him to make poor decisions.
    Su delirio por la fama lo llevó a tomar decisiones malas.
    Manifestation of extreme enthusiasm.
    Fans experienced a delirium upon seeing their idol on stage.
    Los fans vivieron un delirio al ver a su ídolo en el escenario.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'delirium', which means 'to leave the furrow' or 'to deviate'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    delusion of grandeur
    Exaggerated belief in oneself and one’s abilities.
    delirio de grandeza
    collective delirium
    State of excitement shared by a group.
    delirio colectivo

    Related Words

    delirious
    Causing delirium or in a state of delirium.
    delirante
    delirious
    Experiencing a delirium.
    delirioso

    Slang Meanings

    A moment of intense euphoria.
    That party was a total delirium, everyone was dancing.
    Esa fiesta fue un delirio total, todos estaban bailando.
    Absurd or chaotic situation.
    The meeting ended in a delirium, no one could understand each other.
    La reunión terminó en un delirio, nadie se podía entender.