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frenzy

FREHN-zee

Frenzy (noun) means a state of wild excitement, panic, or uncontrolled activity. Example: “News of the concert tickets going on sale sent fans into a frenzy.”

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noun

A state of wild excitement, panic, or uncontrolled activity.

"News of the concert tickets going on sale sent fans into a frenzy."

"The stock market fell into a selling frenzy after the announcement."

How to use frenzy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA burst of wild, uncontrolled excitement or activity.

Easily confused with

frantic → frenetic →

Common pairings

media frenzy feeding frenzy work oneself into a frenzy

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Singular: frenzies
Plural: frenzies
Past tense: frenzied
Comparative: more frenzy
Superlative: most frenzy

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Etymology

From Old French frenesie, tracing back to Ancient Greek phrenitis, meaning "inflammation of the brain" — the same root behind "frantic" and "frenetic."

Origin: Ancient Greek

Synonyms

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fury hysteria craze delirium

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

What does “frenzy” mean?

The word “frenzy” means a state of wild excitement, panic, or uncontrolled activity. In plain terms, a burst of wild, uncontrolled excitement or activity.

How do you pronounce “frenzy”?

“Frenzy” is pronounced FREHN-zee (/ˈfɹɛnzi/ in IPA).

How do you use “frenzy” in a sentence?

Here is “frenzy” used in a sentence: “News of the concert tickets going on sale sent fans into a frenzy.”

What part of speech is “frenzy”?

“Frenzy” is a noun.

Where does the word “frenzy” come from?

The word “frenzy” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French frenesie, tracing back to Ancient Greek phrenitis, meaning "inflammation of the brain" — the same root behind "frantic" and "frenetic.".

Is “frenzy” a common word?

“Frenzy” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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