Hyperactivity
(noun)
- Excessive or abnormal levels of activity or energy.
- Overactivity or excessive energy.
Origin:
From the greek prefix "hyper-" meaning "over" or "beyond" and the latin word "activity".
Examples:
- His hyperactivity made it hard for him to focus on one task.
- Hyperactivity is a common symptom of attention deficit disorder.
- The hyperactivity of the stock market causes constant fluctuations.
- The hyperactivity of the child made it hard for the teacher to control the class.
- Hyperactivity is a common side effect of certain medications.