mania
3 synonyms for mania, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A period of abnormally high energy, excitement, or irritable mood, as seen in bipolar disorder.
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cacoethes
manic disorder
How to use mania
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a manic episode
World Cup mania
in the grip of mania
Etymology
Borrowed via Latin from Greek mania, "madness," related to the verb mainesthai, "to rage or be furious."
Full origin of mania →Frequently asked questions
What does “mania” mean?
The word “mania” means a period of abnormally high energy, excitement, or irritable mood, as seen in bipolar disorder. In plain terms, either a clinical state of extreme high energy and mood, or, more loosely, a widespread craze or obsession.
How do you pronounce “mania”?
“Mania” is pronounced MAY-nee-uh (/ˈmeɪ.ni.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “mania” in a sentence?
Here is “mania” used in a sentence: “During an episode of mania he barely slept for days at a time.”
What part of speech is “mania”?
“Mania” is a noun.
Where does the word “mania” come from?
The word “mania” comes from Latin. Borrowed via Latin from Greek mania, "madness," related to the verb mainesthai, "to rage or be furious.".
Is “mania” a common word?
“Mania” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “mania” have?
“Mania” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a period of abnormally high energy, excitement, or irritable mood, as seen in bipolar disorder.
