Frenzy

Pronunciation: /ˈfrɛnzi/

Definitions of frenzy

noun a state or period of uncontrolled excitement or wild behavior

Example Sentences

A1 The children ran around in a frenzy during recess.

A2 The shoppers were in a frenzy trying to get the best deals on Black Friday.

B1 The news of the celebrity's arrival caused a frenzy among the fans waiting outside.

B2 The political scandal created a media frenzy with reporters swarming the scene.

C1 The stock market went into a frenzy as investors reacted to the unexpected announcement.

C2 The artist's new exhibition caused a frenzy in the art world, with critics and collectors clamoring to see it.

Examples of frenzy in a Sentence

formal The stock market was in a frenzy as investors scrambled to buy and sell shares.

informal The crowd went into a frenzy when their favorite band took the stage.

slang The party was lit, everyone was in a frenzy dancing and having a great time.

figurative Her mind was in a frenzy trying to juggle work, family, and personal commitments.

Grammatical Forms of frenzy

• past tense: frenzied
• plural: frenzies
• comparative: more frenzied
• superlative: most frenzied
• present tense: frenzies
• future tense: will frenzy
• perfect tense: have frenzied
• continuous tense: is frenzying
• singular: frenzy
• positive degree: frenzy
• infinitive: to frenzy
• gerund: frenzying
• participle: frenzied

Origin and Evolution of frenzy

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'frenzy' originated from the Middle English word 'frenesie' which came from the Old French word 'frenesie' and ultimately from the Latin word 'phrenesis' meaning 'insanity'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'frenzy' has evolved to also connote extreme excitement or agitation, in addition to its original meaning of insanity or delirium.