hystericky en · ADJ
Etymology
From hysteric + -y.
Meanings
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(informal) Hysterical; inclined to hysterics.
During the present gayety of the house, however, the poor girl has worn a face full of trouble; and, to use the housekeeper's words, "has fallen into a sad hystericky way lately."
1849, Washington Irving, Mahomet and his successors:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most hystericky | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more hystericky | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |