What does manic mean?
Manic means Characterized by mania or craziness; wicked..
Manic
/ˈmænɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Characterized by mania or craziness; wicked..
Definitions by Sense
- Characterized by mania or craziness; wicked.
- (psychiatry) Suffering from mania (the state of an abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels).
- A person exhibiting mania.
Example Sentences
Reuniting the cast of Trainspotting for a new adventure 21 years on could have gone badly. The BBC's misjudged This Life + 10, bringing the cast of the iconic 90s TV drama back together, is a case in point. But [Danny] Boyle and his four musketeers give it just the right frantic, jaded energy and manic anxiety.
Synonyms for manic
Antonyms for manic
Related Words
Word Forms
- more manic
- most manic
- manics
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for manic?
Common synonyms include wild, frenzied.
What is the opposite of manic?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use manic in a sentence?
Reuniting the cast of Trainspotting for a new adventure 21 years on could have gone badly. The BBC's misjudged This Life + 10, bringing the cast of the iconic 90s TV drama back together, is a case in point. But [Danny] Boyle and his four musketeers give it just the right frantic, jaded energy and manic anxiety.
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