Frantic

/ˈfræn.tɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.

She made a frantic call to the police when she realized her child was missing.

Having a frenzied or desperate quality.

The team worked in a frantic rush to meet the project deadline.

Characterized by fast and chaotic activity.

His frantic attempts to fix the car only made the situation worse.

From Latin 'franticus', meaning 'of or belonging to a frenzied state'.

frantic search

a desperate and hurried search for something

frantic pace

a very hurried and chaotic speed of activity

frantic call

a phone call made in a state of panic or urgency

panic

a sudden overwhelming fear or anxiety

desperation

a state of despair, typically one that results in rash or extreme behavior

agitation

a state of nervousness or unrest

Going crazy

After losing his keys, he was totally frantic.

Running around like a chicken with its head cut off

She was so frantic at the party, trying to greet everyone at once.