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Entry 4 senses Webster, 1913

Hysteric

/hĭsˌ-tĕr'-ĭk/ · Hys·ter·ic · IPA /hɪsˈtɛɹɪk/
01 a. Of or pertaining to hysteria.
  1. 1.
    Of or pertaining to hysteria.
    “With no hysteric weakness or feverish excitement, they preserved their peace and patience.” Bancroft.
  2. 2.
    In a state of hysteria; affected, or troubled, with hysterics; uncontrollably emotional; convulsive, fitful.
  3. 3.
    In a state of panic or behaving in a wild irrational manner, due to fear or emotional trauma.
  4. 4.
    Resembling hysteria; as, hysterical laughter.