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frenzy

nounHigh-frequency wordMore F words

a state of uncontrolled excitement, agitation, or wild activity

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Frenzy in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing frenzy in a sentence.

The announcement of the sale sent shoppers into a buying frenzy.

News of the shortage set off a buying frenzy that emptied store shelves within hours.

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Usage & nuance

Using “frenzy” well

Frenzy denotes wild, uncontrolled excitement or agitation, often gripping a crowd. It is stronger than mere enthusiasm, suggesting a temporary loss of composure or rational restraint.

Common questions

Questions about “frenzy

Frenzy (noun) means a state of uncontrolled excitement, agitation, or wild activity
Here is frenzy used in an example sentence: "The announcement of the sale sent shoppers into a buying frenzy." Another example: "News of the shortage set off a buying frenzy that emptied store shelves within hours."
Common synonyms for frenzy include furor, fervor, hysteria, tumult.
Antonyms of frenzy include calm, serenity, composure.
Clusters with furor, hysteria, and tumult, opposed by calm, serenity, and composure. Note that fervor, a listed synonym, can also mean sincere passion, so let context confirm the sense of frantic agitation.
Yes. Frenzy is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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