Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hyperactive
adjective
/haɪpərˈæktɪv/
Definition
Exhibiting excessive or extreme levels of activity.
Examples
- Children diagnosed with ADHD are often described as hyperactive.
- The hyperactive puppy couldn’t sit still for more than a minute.
- Her hyperactive personality made every gathering more lively.
Meaning
A term often used to describe individuals, particularly children, who are unusually energetic and may have difficulty focusing or controlling their impulses.
Synonyms
- overactive
- restless
- excitable
- unruly
- fidgety
