hyperactive
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"In normative aging, hippocampal activation is deemphasized, which is probably what should be happening in a 70-year-old. But in many cases of Alzheimer's, it turns out the hippocampus is hyperactive," he said.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026
Notably, those same hippocampal regions have also been found to be hyperactive in people carrying APOE4.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026
A hyperactive psychopath, Skarsgård’s Little John is one of the movie’s rare treats.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
The concert leaned heavily on the band's new album Arirang, which folds the melody and mythology of Korea's folk music into the band's hyperactive, experimental pop sound.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026
Having a day off without a sky-high pile of catering orders or a couple of hyperactive boys leaping around is good for her.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
Vocabulary lists containing hyperactive
Just Do It: Act
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
act (do)
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Selections Vocabulary 1, Unit 3
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word