Definition of hysterics

hystericsnoun

kích động

/hɪˈsterɪks//hɪˈsterɪks/

"Hysterics" originates from the Greek word "hystera," meaning "womb." Ancient Greek physicians believed that women's mental and emotional distress was caused by a wandering uterus, which they thought could move around the body, affecting various organs. The term "hysteria" was later applied to both men and women, although it was often used to pathologize and dismiss women's experiences. The term is now considered outdated and potentially offensive.

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an expression of extreme fear, excitement or anger that makes somebody lose control of their emotions and cry, laugh, etc.

một biểu hiện của sự sợ hãi, phấn khích hoặc tức giận tột độ khiến ai đó mất kiểm soát cảm xúc và khóc, cười, v.v.

Example:
  • He went into hysterics when he heard the news.

    Anh ấy đã trở nên cuồng loạn khi nghe tin này.

  • The children would go into hysterics at the mere mention of her name.

    Bọn trẻ sẽ trở nên cuồng loạn khi chỉ nhắc đến tên cô.

wild laughter

tiếng cười hoang dã

Example:
  • She had the audience in hysterics.

    Cô ấy đã khiến khán giả phát cuồng.

  • The whole class dissolved into hysterics when they saw him.

    Cả lớp trở nên cuồng loạn khi nhìn thấy anh.

Idioms

have hysterics
(informal)to be extremely upset and angry
  • My mum'll have hysterics when she sees the colour of my hair.