adjective
- excessively or abnormally alert; in a state of heightened vigilance or sensitivity to one's surroundings
Usage: often used in psychology and medical contexts to describe a symptom of anxiety, trauma, or certain neurological conditions
Examples
- After the accident, she remained hyperalert to any sound or movement in her environment.
- The patient's hyperalert state made it difficult for him to sleep or relax.
- Combat veterans sometimes experience hyperalert responses as part of post-traumatic stress.
- His hyperalert behavior suggested he was anxious about the upcoming presentation.
- The dog became hyperalert whenever strangers approached the house.