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Yalekong fáhn
Definition
Excited, stimulated, or manic; experiencing highly elevated emotions.
- highly excited, stimulated, or worked up by some stimulus
- technicalmanic; uncontrollably elevated mood
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How it's used
Describes a state of intense, often restless energy that feels slightly beyond normal excitement. It is frequently used to describe the physical reaction to stimulants like caffeine or the psychological state of being overly hyped up before a big event. While it can be used in a medical context to describe mania, in everyday speech it is usually applied to someone acting unusually energetic or jittery.
Examples
Why are you so excited?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple happiness or joy. It implies a level of intensity that is often perceived as excessive, unnatural, or difficult to control.
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