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
Nilsson’s watercolors complemented the work of the Hairy Who while also being slightly off-key; imagine the same hectic ragtime played on a calliope instead of a piano.
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Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026
This is an early indication of the hectic schedule that awaits them.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 29 May 2026
In the wake of season one’s release, things have been pretty hectic.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
But still—while neighboring resorts can feel hectic, the Royal Hawaiian often feels remarkably serene by comparison.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for hectic
Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026
This is an early indication of the hectic schedule that awaits them.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 29 May 2026
In the wake of season one’s release, things have been pretty hectic.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
But still—while neighboring resorts can feel hectic, the Royal Hawaiian often feels remarkably serene by comparison.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for hectic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hectic
Adjective
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Players such as Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox and Knicks forward OG Anunoby don't sound nearly as excited.—
Alejandro Avila,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Studiously moderated, but excited, voices amplified news of the actual invasion of Europe read hastily in Orlando Morning Sentinel.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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That’s taken place in a heated onsite barn under UV lights.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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Two Indiana Pacers fans, identified as Grace and Michael, were caught on camera having a heated discussion in which Grace looked annoyed.—
Shakeia Taylor,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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There should be trainings at your school on how to deal with agitated students and hostile situations.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
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Johnson became further agitated when Scott asked her about her seemingly troubled relationship with her daughters.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Indeed, Knicks fever has taken over the five boroughs, from the frenzied postgame fan congregations on 7th Ave to the MTA repainting the entrance to a 34th Street subway station in orange and blue.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2026
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On Friday at the Tribeca Festival, Madonna‘s appearance at a world premiere drew frenzied ovations that could never be timed on a stopwatch – before, during and after the 90-minute event at the Beacon Theatre.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
6 June 2026
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“Hectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hectic. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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