amok vs hysterical

amok

adv
  • In a frenzy of violence, or on a killing spree; berserk. 

  • Out of control, especially when armed and dangerous. 

noun
  • The act of running amok. 

  • One who runs amok; in Malay and Moro/Philippine culture, one who attempts to kill many others, especially expecting that they will be killed themselves. 

verb
  • Synonym of run amok 

hysterical

adj
  • Of, or arising from hysteria. 

  • Having, or prone to having hysterics. 

  • Provoking uncontrollable laughter. 

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