Nervous breakdown

noun

Word Frequency: 0.8

Definitions

1.nounAn attack of a psychological disorder such as depression or anxiety so severe that it prevents a person from continuing to function normally

2.nounA psychological disorder usually characterized by panic attacks and aggressiveness, related to the Hispanic ataque de nervios.

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