Hyper-
Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪpɝ-/
Hyper- (prefix)
- Used before an adjective or noun to show something is more intense, active, or energetic than normal.
- Used in medical words to mean an organ or system works too strongly or too much.
- Used in science to show a value is higher than the usual or expected range.
Examples
- I feel hyper after too much caffeine.
- The child becomes hyper when the game starts.