hyperreactive
[/ˌhaɪpərriˈæktɪv/]
adjective
hiperreativo
1. Excessively or abnormally reactive; responding more intensely than normal to stimuli
The patient's hyperreactive immune system caused allergic reactions to common substances.
O sistema imunológico hiperreativo do paciente causava reações alérgicas a substâncias comuns.
2. In psychology or behavioral contexts: displaying an exaggerated emotional or behavioral response
His hyperreactive behavior made it difficult for him to function in social settings.
Seu comportamento hiperreativo dificultava seu funcionamento em ambientes sociais.
3. In chemistry/medicine: exhibiting increased chemical reactivity beyond normal parameters
The hyperreactive compound requires special handling and storage conditions.
O composto hiperreativo requer condições especiais de manuseio e armazenamento.
The term 'hyperreactive' is primarily used in medical, psychological, and scientific contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it is commonly employed in healthcare discussions, particularly regarding allergies and immune disorders. The word reflects modern medical understanding of sensitivity and reactivity disorders, which have become increasingly recognized in both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
having a hair-trigger reaction
jump at the slightest provocation
wearing one's heart on one's sleeve
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