Frenético (en. Frantic)
/fɾeˈnetiko/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Definition: Acting in an uncontrolled manner or with great intensity.
Example Sentence: The concert became frenetic when the most popular song started.
El concierto se volvió frenético cuando empezó la canción más popular.
Definition: Being in a state of great emotional agitation or excitement.
Example Sentence: He was in a frenetic state after receiving the news.
Se encontraba en un estado frenético después de recibir la noticia.
Definition: Related to a very rapid or extreme acceleration.
Example Sentence: The traffic was frenetic during rush hour.
El tráfico era frenético durante la hora pico.
Etymology
Etymology/Origin: From Greek 'phrenetikos', meaning 'crazy, frenetic'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Phrase: frenetic life
Meaning: State of great intensity or activity.
vivo frenético
Phrase: run frantically
Meaning: To run in a very fast and uncontrolled manner.
correr frenéticamente
Related Words
Related Word: frenzy
Description: State of excessive excitement or enthusiasm.
frenesí
Related Word: frustration
Description: Feeling of dissatisfaction or disappointment.
frustración
Slang Meanings
Slang Meaning: To be very excited or nervous about something.
Slang Example: He was frenetic about the soccer match tonight.
Estaba frenético por el partido de fútbol esta noche.
Slang Meaning: To do things hurriedly and uncontrollably.
Slang Example: Don't get frenetic, take it easy.
No te pongas frenético, tómalo con calma.