What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hysteric
Example
She became hysteric when she heard the news. [hysteric: adjective]
Example
He was having a hysteric fit and couldn't calm down. [hysteric: noun]
hysterical
Example
The audience was hysterical with laughter during the comedian's performance. [hysterical: adjective]
Example
She was hysterical after receiving the bad news. [hysterical: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hysterical is more commonly used than hysteric in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hysteric and hysterical?
Neither word is particularly formal or informal, but hysterical is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
