HECTIC Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

hectic

adjective

ˈhek-tik

Definition of hectic

as in excited

being in a state of increased activity or agitation exhausted from a hectic day at the office

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Recent Examples of hectic Amid all of the hectic, ever-shifting action, Messi seems to find just the right cognitive judgments late in games when a goal is most desperately needed. — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026 For families juggling grocery bills and hectic mornings, that math is the reason Dollar Tree’s protein aisle keeps showing up on shopper roundups and social feeds. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026 Be mindful of rushing, multitasking and skipping basic routines when your day becomes hectic. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 But the Idaho cyclist heads into this year’s tour as a wild card and a popular dark horse pick after a hectic start to the 2026 season. — Idaho Statesman, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hectic

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This is because patients are increasingly excited to use wearables and other devices to gather more information and metrics regarding their own health.

— Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
These very same donors, Eustis said, are the ones who feel most excited to be sitting among the citizenry in Central Park, watching the beauty of public art unfold in a joyous communal atmosphere.

— Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of excited

Adjective

Don’t miss a dip in the heated indoor pool or a moment of quiet in the peaceful private garden.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
The battle between Sanford and GOAA became especially heated after the Sanford airfield applied to trademark its name and logo, succeeded, and GOAA filed an appeal.

— Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of heated

Adjective

When animals approach the acacia tree to feed on its leaves, the tree releases chemicals that stir its ants into a frenzied mob willing and able to chase an elephant.

— Will Cady, SPIN, 30 July 2026
Nyong’o is as frenzied here as Helen was with Telemachus, each woman trying to stand up for herself.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 29 July 2026

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