delirious
|de-li-ri-ous|
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/dɪˈlɪriəs/
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/dɪˈlɪəriəs/
wild excitement or confusion
Etymology
'delirious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'delirare,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'lira' meant 'furrow.'
'delirare' transformed into the French word 'délirer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'delirious' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to go off the furrow,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being in a disturbed state of mind.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a state of wild excitement or ecstasy.
The fans were delirious with joy after the victory.
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Adjective 2
in an acutely disturbed state of mind resulting from illness or intoxication, characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech.
The patient was delirious due to the high fever.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40