delirium
🇬🇧 UK/di'liriәm/🇺🇸 US
IELTSTOEFLGREC2
Definitions
n.
A sudden, temporary state of mental confusion with disorientation and sometimes hallucinations; wild excitement or ecstasy
谵妄,精神错乱;狂热,极度兴奋
🧩 Root Breakdown
deliriumother
=delirium
Common Collocations
- 1.acute delirium急性精神错乱
- 2.delirium tremens震颤谵妄
Example Sentences
- 1.
The accident victim experienced delirium for several hours after striking her head.
- 2.
Delirium can be caused by infection, medication, or high fever in patients.