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(hys-ter-i-cal-ly) 5 syllables

Definition

adverb. in an uncontrolled way due to strong emotion.

Example Sentence

She laughed hysterically when she heard the joke.

More Example Sentences

He screamed hysterically during the scary movie.

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Rhymes

  • generically
  • hysterically
  • numerically
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