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Delirium Definition & Meaning

delirium
noun
  1. state of violent mental agitation
  2. a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion often accompanied by hallucinations

"Delirium" in song lyrics

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  • "Saw the homeboys from the days of delirium"
    The 7A3 — That's How We're Livin'
  • "Do you drink serums for delirium?"
    Atoms Family — Nuthin Really Happens
  • "Vicious and trackmarks cross minds lost in delirium"
    Ill Bill f/ Howard Jones — Babylon

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Frequently asked questions

What does delirium mean?
state of violent mental agitation a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion often accompanied by hallucinations
What part of speech is delirium?
Delirium is a noun.
How many definitions does delirium have?
Delirium has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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