frenzy
4 synonyms and 4 antonyms for frenzy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A state of wild excitement, panic, or uncontrolled activity.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use frenzy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
media frenzy
feeding frenzy
work oneself into a frenzy
Etymology
From Old French frenesie, tracing back to Ancient Greek phrenitis, meaning "inflammation of the brain" — the same root behind "frantic" and "frenetic."
Full origin of frenzy →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.
