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Italian

iperattivo

/i.per.atˈti.vo/adjectiveC1
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Meaning

hyperactive

  • Abnormally or extremely active, restless, or energetic.
  • Relating to hyperactivity or ADHD.

In a sentence

Mio nipote è un bambino iperattivo che non sta mai fermo.

My nephew is a hyperactive child who never sits still.

Sei sempre iperattivo la mattina o solo oggi?

Are you always hyperactive in the morning or just today?

Non sembra una persona particolarmente iperattiva sul lavoro.

He does not seem like a particularly hyperactive person at work.

Word forms (4)
WordWord forms
iperattivomasculine · singular
iperattivafeminine · singular
iperattivimasculine · plural
iperattivefeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Composed of the prefix 'iper-' and 'attivo'.
  • Used both clinically (ADHD / iperattività) and casually for energetic individuals.

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