Definition of Delirious
Delirious
de·lir·i·ous


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(adjective)
in a temporary state of mental disturbance, typically due to intoxication or illness, characterized by incoherent thought and speech, illusions, and restlessness, or relating to such a state;

e.g. The fever had made her delirious, and she had started talking to herself.

(adjective)
made wild due to overwhelming happiness or great excitement;

e.g. He was delirious with joy after he got his acceptance letter.



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