Vocabulary Entry

hysteria

|noun • verb

noun

A state of extreme excitement or agitation, often characterized by exaggerated emotions or behaviors.

Example Sentences

"The crowd erupted into hysteria when the band took the stage."

"Her hysteria was contagious, making everyone around her feel anxious."

"The movie's plot twist sent the audience into fits of hysteria."

verb

Example Sentences

"The news report began to hysteria the public over the impending storm."

"The rumors seemed to hysteria the town, causing panic among the residents."

"His actions were meant to hysteria the audience and provoke a stronger reaction."