1
as in lunatic
a person who lacks good sense or judgment
It was some surprise to see such chill person become a complete maniac when he got behind the wheel.
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2
as in lover
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
I'm a maniac for anything flavored with peppermint
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Recent Examples of maniac
At least his brand of evil maniac is kind of funny and endearing.
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Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The fact that death itself is the protagonist, rather than some mask-wearing homicidal maniac, is what gives these films their morbid allure.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025
And a perilous Purge situation flooding the streets with maniacs?
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 1 Apr. 2025
That joke might be fine if everyone in Smash were a maniac.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
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Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The fact that death itself is the protagonist, rather than some mask-wearing homicidal maniac, is what gives these films their morbid allure.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025
And a perilous Purge situation flooding the streets with maniacs?
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 1 Apr. 2025
That joke might be fine if everyone in Smash were a maniac.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for maniac
Noun
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Mammoth Lakes Highley has one more must-visit small town to recommend for outdoor lovers: Mammoth Lakes.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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Why bother, when there’s a big and growing market out there for innovative ways to link up pets, pet lovers and new technology?—
Russell Flannery,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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From the fans’ perspective, the Yankees are faltering, the Rays are in the tank, the Orioles are tanking, and many view the Blue Jays’ recent run as fool’s gold.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Predicting where Liverpool’s wider finances will go in the future is a fool’s errand, not least those elements linked to on-field performance.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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Taylor Swift album announcement sparks fan buzz The first two videos – posted on Aug. 11 and 12 – have racked up 20 million views and 9 million views, respectively on X.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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Below are some of the listening options for fans: Apple Podcasts.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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This giant white goose plush is designed for comfort and fun.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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One member of the goose family had been left behind: a single egg.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Be prepared for the inevitable by having these throat-soothing suckers in stock.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Muscles contract to reduce water pressure inside the sucker.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 June 2025
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Often, a potting porch is a covered area near the back door or side entry that's outfitted with everything a garden or flower enthusiast might need.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
5 Aug. 2025
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Walker dreams of connecting with celebrity car enthusiasts who share their passion for both automotive culture and community service.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
2 Aug. 2025
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Pun, an avid wrestling fanatic, reveled in the chaos.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
5 Aug. 2025
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All of these films have been dubbed quintessential summer movies by film fanatics around the country.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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Here is the essential guide to making your house clean enough to satisfy your most critical inner neat freak and launch you into summer with a house that actually shines.—
Rachel Silva,
ELLE Decor,
24 Jan. 2023
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The menu offers appetizers like hummus, 12-inch pizzas, like the meat freak, made with red sauce, mozzarella, sausage, bacon, pepperoni, grilled chicken and oregano flakes.—
Bahar Anooshahr,
The Arizona Republic,
14 Jan. 2023
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“Maniac.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/maniac. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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