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deliriousness

/dɪˈlɪr.i.əs.nəs/
de · lir · i · ous · ness
Adverb:deliriously
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Adjective:delirious
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being in an acutely disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence, often resulting from fever, intoxication, or illness.

Example

"The patient's high fever brought on a state of deliriousness that lasted throughout the night."

2

A state of wild, overwhelming excitement or ecstatic enthusiasm.

Example

"A wave of sheer deliriousness swept through the stadium when the home team scored the winning goal in the final seconds."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In clinical and formal contexts, the shorter noun 'delirium' is strongly preferred over 'deliriousness' to describe the medical condition.

• Rhymes for deliriousness

• Nearby Words

delinquent
delirious
deliriously
deliriousness
delirium
delish
delist

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Deliriousness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/deliriousness
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