FRANTIC Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

frantic

adjective

ˈfran-tik

Definition of frantic

as in agitated

feeling overwhelming fear or worry the frantic parents were searching all over the fairgrounds for their lost child

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as in furious

marked by great and often stressful excitement or activity the holiday season seems to be moving along at a frantic pace

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Recent Examples of frantic As can be seen from the often-frantic antics on the sidelines, the managers and coaches also have a lot to prove — and potentially to lose. — Roger Trapp, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The frantic searching continued Saturday — mostly by civilians, with a growing number of international rescue teams joining in the efforts. — ABC News, 27 June 2026 The Chinese color research is being fueled by a frantic trend in its domestic car market where black is definitely this year’s color of choice. — New Atlas, 26 June 2026 On Thursday, the Hub’s phone was ringing with frantic calls for assistance. — Laura Tillman, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for frantic

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Adjective

People with heat stroke can feel confused, unable to speak properly and agitated.

— Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 2 July 2026
However, first base umpire Todd Tichenor tossed the agitated second baseman after Chisholm spiked his helmet toward home plate.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026

Definition of agitated

Adjective

The Kang Kon was unveiled a month after the Choe Hyon in May 2025, but it was damaged during a botched launch at the northern port of Chongjin, prompting a furious response from Kim.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Croatia still furious Despite the correct decision being made, Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić was far from happy, saying VAR had ruined the spirit of the game.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026

Definition of furious

Adjective

On December 2, 1717, a distraught George Augustus and Caroline packed up their household and said goodbye to their children.

— Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 9 July 2026
Multiple people, including the distraught parents of the child and two officers who were at the hospital, had questioned whether the child was breathing after he was declared dead, according to the police report.

— Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 7 July 2026

Definition of distraught

Adjective

Getting mad about missing out on signing Anfernee Simons won’t change that.

— Nick Friedell, New York Times, 4 July 2026
When World Cup season descends upon soccer-mad Brazil, green and yellow banners decorate restaurants, bars and apartment buildings, streets are painted with flags and soccer balls, and discussions of the beloved national team's games are ubiquitous.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of mad

Adjective

The 18-year-old was sent to Adelanto ICE Detention Center in handcuffs, nearly a hundred miles away from his worried family members.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Holmes is worried about old shingles and tiles in construction material that could have asbestos leaking into the water supply.

— Mary Ella Hastings July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

Definition of worried

Adjective

In May, a frightened horse rammed into another carriage, causing the vehicle to flip over, injuring the driver.

— ANDREA SACHS THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 28 June 2026
Rodríguez acknowledged that many remain too frightened to return home even after inspections declared some buildings safe.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026

Definition of frightened

Adjective

During periods of intense rainfall, the risk of flooding increases, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
Treating fear and anxiety in dogs doesn’t always require a bigger yard or a more intense exercise routine.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026

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