hyperactivity

[ hahy-per-ak-tiv-i-tee ]
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noun
  1. the condition of being hyperactive.

Origin of hyperactivity

1
First recorded in 1885–90; hyperactive + -ity

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Scientific definitions for hyperactivity

hyperactivity

[ hī′pər-ăk-tĭvĭ-tē ]


  1. An abnormally high level of activity or excitement shown by a person, especially a child, that interferes with the ability to concentrate or interact with others.

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