Frenetic

Pronunciation: /frəˈnɛtɪk/

Definitions of frenetic

adjective describing something that is fast-paced, frenzied, and hectic

Example Sentences

A1 The frenetic pace of the city overwhelmed the tourist.

A2 She felt frenetic as she tried to finish her homework before the deadline.

B1 The frenetic energy of the concert got everyone dancing.

B2 The frenetic activity in the stock market caused prices to fluctuate rapidly.

C1 The frenetic pace of the business world can be exhausting for some professionals.

C2 Despite the frenetic schedule, she managed to stay organized and focused on her goals.

Examples of frenetic in a Sentence

formal The frenetic pace of the stock market can be overwhelming for novice investors.

informal I can't keep up with the frenetic energy of this party, I need a break.

slang The frenetic vibe at the concert last night was insane!

figurative Her mind was a frenetic whirlwind of thoughts and ideas.

Grammatical Forms of frenetic

• past tense: freneticized
• plural: frenetics
• comparative: more frenetic
• superlative: most frenetic
• present tense: frenetics
• future tense: will freneticize
• perfect tense: have freneticized
• continuous tense: is freneticizing
• singular: frenetic
• positive degree: frenetic
• infinitive: to freneticize
• gerund: freneticizing
• participle: freneticized

Origin and Evolution of frenetic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin and Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'frenetic' originated from the Latin word 'phreneticus', which in turn came from the Greek word 'phrenitikos' meaning 'madness'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe a state of madness or delirium, the word 'frenetic' evolved over time to also encompass the meaning of frantic or frenzied activity.