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manic

1 of 1adjective
/ˈmænɪk/
Forms:more manic,most manic
1

experiencing a state of extreme excitement, energy, or activity, often characterized by uncontrollable or frenzied behavior

  • During the holiday season, the shopping malls are often filled with manic shoppers rushing to buy gifts.
  • After drinking too much coffee, Tim became manic, talking rapidly and pacing around the room.
  • Sarah's dog was in a manic state, running around the backyard at top speed.
  • After winning the lottery, Mary felt a manic surge of adrenaline, planning extravagant purchases and vacations.
  • During the concert, the crowd became manic, dancing and cheering wildly as their favorite band performed.
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overexcited, hyper, or frantically energetic, often in a chaotic or unhinged way

  • I cleaned the whole apartment at 2 AM.I was manic.
  • She got manic before the big presentation.
  • He was manic with excitement after winning the tickets.
  • The kids were manic during the birthday party.
  • Mentally exhausted but still manic, I organized my closet at midnight.