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How to Pronounce delirium?

Correct pronunciation for the word "delirium" is [dɪlˈɪɹi͡əm], [dɪlˈɪɹi‍əm], [d_ɪ_l_ˈɪ_ɹ_iə_m].

Definition of delirium

  1. A wandering of the mind; disorder of the intellect; a state in which the ideas of a person are wild, irregular, and unconnected; a state of rapt enthusiasm. Delirium ebriosum, a mania in one of an excitable temperament, due to intoxication, that is marked by an uncontrollable craving for drink, until at length loathing sets in, which is followed by a fit of sickness and recovery. Delirium nervosum, a delirium induced by a wound in persons of a weak nervous temperament. Delirium tremens, a disease of the brain, produced by excessive and prolonged use of spirituous liquors.

Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language By Nuttall, P.Austin

What is the adjective for delirium?

The adjective form of the word "delirium" is "delirious".

Usage over time for delirium:

This graph shows how "delirium" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.

What is the plural form of delirium?

The plural form of the word "delirium" is "deliriums" or "deliria". Both are considered correct, but "deliria" is more commonly used.

What is the singular form of delirium?

The singular form of the word "delirium" is "delirium". The word does not change in its singular form.

Synonyms for Delirium:

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