frenzied
UK: ˈfrɛnzid | US: ˈfrɛnzid
adj. wildly excited or uncontrolled
adj. characterized by violent or chaotic activity
The word "frenzied" derives from "frenzy," which traces back to Old French frenesie (madness), itself from Latin phrenesis (delirium), borrowed from Greek phrenitis (inflammation of the brain). The root phren- refers to the mind or diaphragm (once thought to be the seat of emotions). Over time, "frenzy" evolved to denote intense agitation, and the suffix -ed was added to form the adjective, describing a state of uncontrolled excitement or chaos.
The crowd grew frenzied as the concert reached its climax.
She worked in a frenzied rush to meet the deadline.
The stock market showed frenzied activity during the crisis.
His frenzied laughter unnerved everyone in the room.
The protest escalated into a frenzied confrontation with police.