Isterika (en. Hysteria)

/i-ste-ri-ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of extreme emotional fear or concern that causes uncontrollable behavior.
The hysteria of the people at the concert was truly amazing.
Ang isterika ng mga tao sa konsyerto ay talagang kamangha-mangha.
A condition that typically results in excessive need for attention.
She has hysteria whenever something happens that she doesn’t like.
Siya ay may isterika tuwing may nangyayaring hindi niya gusto.
A state of behavior where a person becomes overly emotional or reacts excessively to a situation.
Sometimes, hysteria causes misunderstandings in the family.
Minsan, ang isterika ay nagiging sanhi ng hindi pagkakaintindihan sa pamilya.

Etymology

Greek: hysterikos

Common Phrases and Expressions

diagnosed with hysteria
recognition of a condition of extreme emotional fear or stress.
na-diagnose ng isterika

Related Words

emotional
Related to feelings or emotions.
emotional
stress
A state of mental and emotional tension or pressure.
stress

Slang Meanings

Overreacting or throwing a fit.
Don't be hysterical, just chill.
Huwag kang isterika, chill ka lang.
Having a dramatic or emotional outburst.
Wow, you were so hysterical earlier in front of everyone!
Grabe, ang isterika mo kanina sa harap ng lahat!
Acting irrationally or in panic.
You don't need to be hysterical, we have a solution.
Hindi mo kailangan mag-isterika, may solusyon tayo.