Vocabulary Spotlight
Delirious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: In an extremely disturbed or incoherent state due to illness or excitement; wildly enthusiastic or ecstatic.
“The fans were delirious with joy when their team won the championship.”
Pronunciation
[dih-leer-ee-uhs]
Synonyms, Antonyms & Related Words
Synonyms
Overjoyed
Frenzied
Hysterical
Unhinged
Antonyms
Sane
Balanced
Composed
Collected
Related Words
Deliriously (adverb)
Word Origin
“Delirious” comes from the Latin “delirium,” meaning “to be crazy” or “to rave,” originally referring to a feverish or disturbed state of mind.
Word Family
Noun: Delirium – An acutely disturbed state of mind.
Adverb: Deliriously – In a manner that shows extreme excitement or agitation.
Mnemonics
Remember “delirious” by thinking “dizzy with excitement” – a state of extreme joy or confusion.
Industry-specific Usage
Medical
In medicine, delirious refers to a confused state often caused by fever, infection, or medication.
Sports
Fans may become delirious with joy after a major victory, celebrating wildly.
Entertainment
Audience members may be described as delirious when showing overwhelming enthusiasm at a performance.
In Context
Delirious can describe extreme joy or confusion, such as in sports victories, major celebrations, or intense medical conditions. It signifies heightened emotional states, from excitement to disorientation.