manic

[ man-ik ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or affected by mania.

   Synonyms: frantic, agitated, frenzied

manic

/ ˈmænɪk /

adjective

1. characterizing, denoting, or affected by mania

noun

1. a person afflicted with mania

Other Words From

• hyper·manic adjective
• sub·manic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of manic¹

First recorded in 1900–05, manic is from the Greek word manikós inclined to madness. See mania, -ic

Word History and Origins

Origin of manic¹

C19: from Greek, from mania

Example Sentences

A few days after his YouTube confessional, he went into more detail on Instagram about the “manic” feelings he was struggling with.

From Los Angeles Times

Meanwhile, Will Yarrow, the owner of Yorkshire Haulage, was surprised that particular A road was voted the best, as he said he thinks it’s “manic”.

From BBC

The sincerity that he brings, and my ... let’s call it boisterous, manic, boy-like, energy … was just a whole lot of fun.

From Los Angeles Times

We have officially entered the manic stage of the presidential election in which the candidates are suddenly everywhere.

From Salon

Her line “I cry a lot, but I’m so productive” — it’s kind of manic.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• frenzied
• insane
• maniacal
• nutty