frenetic

adjective

fri-ˈne-tik How to pronounce frenetic (audio)
Definition of freneticnext
as in frantic
marked by great and often stressful excitement or activity the frenetic rush to get every member of the cast in place before the curtain went up

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Recent Examples of frenetic In the frenetic world of Wall Street trading, early access to statements and news from the commander-in-chief gives subscribers an edge, and as NPR pointed out, that could mean a difference of millions of dollars. — Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026 From technological upheavals to an increasingly frenetic global trend cycle, industry leaders are constantly tasked with predicting what comes next — which is no small feat in 2026. — Sophie Lou Wilson, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026 The by-election has propelled Binface to national prominence – and a frenetic schedule. — Mark Rice-Oxley, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Aug. 2026 When the restaurant’s patron reveals a major downturn in his investment portfolio, the frenetic urgency that’s long defined the show is joined by the despondency of a sinking ship. — Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for frenetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frenetic
  1. frantic
  2. furious
  3. intense
  4. intensive
  5. mad
  6. fierce
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  • Another player, Sophie Cunningham, recently fueled a frantic debate about trans athletes in women’s sports.
    — Chris Branch, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In the days immediately after the holiday, a frantic search for Nolan ensued, with authorities, friends and family deploying resources to find the missing teen.
    — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of frantic
Adjective
  • The failure by American and Canadian trade negotiators to reach a deal came after nearly two weeks of furious talks.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Zayn was interrupted by Randy Orton, who was then interrupted by a furious Cody Rhodes already in the ring.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of furious
Adjective
  • The retail offering was oversubscribed 5,500 times, underscoring intense investor demand for the profitable company, which shipped 5,500 humanoids in 2025.
    — John Koetsier, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • That points to the conclusion that the pain for Main Street is likely to remain intense for the foreseeable future, even as Wall Street continues to prosper.
    — Matt Peterson, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of intense
Adjective
  • And, once selected, these leaders adhere to a strict code of conduct and undergo intensive training and certification requirements, all of which prize discipline and self-regulation.
    — Emelia S. Probasco, Foreign Affairs, 20 Aug. 2026
  • They were concerned rezoning the property would set off a reaction of more intensive zoning for the corridor.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of intensive
Adjective
  • Riley has a talented veteran QB (Jayden Maiava), a strong O-line and now mad scientist Gary Patterson as defensive coordinator.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • It was worshipped as a goddess, believed to drive people mad, and even considered a realm for the dead.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of mad
Adjective
  • Once known for his fierce striking, power leg kicks, wheel kicks and punches.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • There's fierce competition among the seven other receivers on the camp roster for an opening day roster spot.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
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