Maniac

/ˈmeɪniæk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person exhibiting extreme symptoms of wild behavior, often associated with a mental disorder.

The film portrayed the escape of a maniac from a mental institution.

A person who is excessively enthusiastic or obsessed with an activity or subject.

He's a maniac when it comes to collecting comic books.

A person who behaves in a frenzied, uncontrolled, or dangerously violent manner.

The police pursued the maniac driving recklessly through the city streets.

From Greek 'maniakos', meaning 'mad, frantic'.

shopping maniac

A person who excessively engages in shopping.

maniac driver

A driver who exhibits reckless or very fast driving behavior.

work maniac

A person devoted to work to the point of obsession.

maniacal

Having the characteristics of a maniac.

mania

An excessively high level of excitement or enthusiasm.

maniacal laughter

A laugh that is wild or crazed.

Someone who goes all out or is very intense about an activity.

He's a workout maniac, hitting the gym three times a day.

A person who is very enthusiastic or obsessed, usually in a humorous context.

She's a coffee maniac and drinks it at all hours.