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    Histeria (en. Hysteria)

    is'teɾia

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Emotional disorder characterized by crises of crying or laughter, often exaggerated.
    Collective hysteria seized the crowd during the concert.
    La histeria colectiva se apoderó de la multitud durante el concierto.
    Disproportionate emotional reaction to a situation.
    Upon hearing the news, his hysteria was evident.
    Al enterarse de la noticia, su histeria fue evidente.
    Condition of extreme anxiety and lack of control.
    The exam provoked hysteria in many of the students.
    El examen provocó una histeria en muchos de los estudiantes.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'hystera', which means 'uterus', related to ancient beliefs about the condition perceived as feminine.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    collective hysteria
    Uncontrolled reaction shared by a group in response to an event or situation.
    histeria colectiva
    to enter into hysteria
    To reach a state of great emotional agitation.
    entrar en histeria
    to be a victim of hysteria
    To suffer an attack of uncontrolled emotion.
    ser víctima de histeria

    Related Words

    hysterics
    Exaggerated reaction similar to hysteria.
    histerismo
    emotion
    Affective response that can vary in intensity.
    emoción
    anxiety
    State of constant restlessness or worry.
    ansiedad

    Slang Meanings

    Nervous breakdown
    She had a hysteria and started shouting non-stop.
    Tuvo una histeria y comenzó a gritar sin parar.
    Drama
    Don't make a hysteria over that, it's not a big deal.
    No montes una histeria por eso, no es para tanto.
    Panic
    Hysteria broke out in the house when the lights went out.
    En la casa se generó una histeria cuando se cortó la luz.