frantically
1 synonym for frantically, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In a panicked, rushed, or frenzied way.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use frantically
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
searching frantically
wave frantically
Etymology
From frantic + -ally.
Full origin of frantically →Frequently asked questions
What does “frantically” mean?
The word “frantically” means in a panicked, rushed, or frenzied way. In plain terms, doing something in a hurried panic.
How do you pronounce “frantically”?
“Frantically” is pronounced FRAN-tihk-lee (/ˈfɹæn.tɪk.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “frantically” in a sentence?
Here is “frantically” used in a sentence: “He frantically waved down a passing taxi.”
What part of speech is “frantically”?
“Frantically” is an adverb.
Is “frantically” a common word?
“Frantically” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
