delirious
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Adjective — In a confused, disoriented state, often caused by illness or fever.
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Etymology
From "delirium" plus -ous, ultimately from Latin delirus, "crazy" or "off track."
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What does “delirious” mean?
The word “delirious” means in a confused, disoriented state, often caused by illness or fever. In plain terms, either confused and feverish from illness, or wildly, uncontrollably excited.
How do you pronounce “delirious”?
“Delirious” is pronounced dih-LEER-ree-uhs (/dɪˈlɪə̯.ɹi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “delirious” in a sentence?
Here is “delirious” used in a sentence: “He was delirious with fever and didn't recognize his own family.”
What part of speech is “delirious”?
“Delirious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “delirious” come from?
The word “delirious” comes from Latin. From "delirium" plus -ous, ultimately from Latin delirus, "crazy" or "off track.".
How many meanings does “delirious” have?
“Delirious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a confused, disoriented state, often caused by illness or fever.