amok
0 antonyms and opposites of amok, grouped by meaning.
Adv — In a wild, uncontrolled, or violent manner (usually in the phrase "run amok").
How to use amok
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed via Portuguese from Malay amuk, "to attack in a murderous frenzy" — the term entered English descriptions of Southeast Asia as early as the 1500s.
Full origin of amok →Frequently asked questions
What does “amok” mean?
The word “amok” means in a wild, uncontrolled, or violent manner (usually in the phrase "run amok"). In plain terms, behaving wildly and out of control, as in the fixed phrase "run amok".
How do you pronounce “amok”?
“Amok” is pronounced uh-MOK (/əˈmɒk/ in IPA).
How do you use “amok” in a sentence?
Here is “amok” used in a sentence: “The toddlers ran amok through the living room.”
What part of speech is “amok”?
“Amok” is an adverb.
Where does the word “amok” come from?
The word “amok” dates back to around 1500 and comes from Portuguese. Borrowed via Portuguese from Malay amuk, "to attack in a murderous frenzy" — the term entered English descriptions of Southeast Asia as early as the 1500s.