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frantic

/frænˈtɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does frantic mean?

adjective

Feeling or showing extreme worry or anxiety, often in a way that is uncontrolled or irrational. Extremely agitated or frantic people may behave in a way that is chaotic or disorganized.

Example

"The frantic crowd rushed to the exit as the fire alarm sounded."

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