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delirium

noun
/dɪˈlɪriəm/

Meaning

An acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.

Example Sentences

The patient experienced delirium after the surgery due to the strong medication.

Example Expressions

in a state of delirium

Synonyms

confusion, frenzy, hysteria, madness, hallucination

Antonyms

calm, clarity, lucidity

Collocations

delirium tremens, state of delirium, suffer from delirium, delirium of excitement

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