5 letter words starting with MANI

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. A mental illness characterized by periods of great excitement, euphoria, delusions, and overactivity (source: Lexico).
2. An excessive enthusiasm or desire; an obsession (source: Merriam-Webster).

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈmeɪniə/
• UK: /ˈmeɪnɪə/

Origin and Usage

The word "mania" comes from the Greek word "mainomai," which means "to be mad." It was first used in English in the late 14th century to describe a mental illness characterized by delusions and overactivity. Today, it is still used to describe a mental illness, but it is also commonly used to describe an excessive enthusiasm or obsession for something.

Synonyms

• madness
• craze
• obsession
• frenzy
• mania

Related Words

• amain
• anima
• manic
• manta
• matin

Example Sentences

• She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder with episodes of mania.
• He had a mania for collecting stamps.

Manic

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Showing wild and uncontrolled excitement or enthusiasm.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈmænɪk/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈmænɪk/

Origin and Usage: The word manic originated from the Greek word mania which means madness or frenzy. It was first used in the English language in the early 19th century. The word is commonly used to describe someone who is in a state of extreme excitement or enthusiasm, often to the point of being uncontrollable.

Synonyms: frenzied, hyperactive, agitated, excited, overexcited, hyper, feverish, crazed, wild, frantic

Related Words: magic, mince, mincy, manor, manly

Example Sentences:

• He was in a manic state after winning the lottery.
• The crowds manic excitement was contagious.
• Her manic energy was exhausting to be around.
• The manic pace of the city was overwhelming.