Definition of Hysteria
Hysteria
hys·te·ri·a
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(noun)
a widespread outburst of of strong emotions, typically excessive excitement or uncontrollable fear;
e.g. The citizens' hysteria caused the politicians to change their campaigning tactics.
(noun)
in psychiatry, a condition thought to be attributed to stress, characterized by strong or excitable emotions and various other psychological, sensory, and physical symptoms;
e.g. Medieval doctors were quick to diagnose women with hysteria without analyzing the causes.
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