frenesia

frenzy

noun freh-NEH-zyah Rare

Origin: From Greek phrenesis, 'delirium', from phrēn, 'mind'.

Also means

mania

Usage Note

Frenesia conveys an intense, uncontrolled agitation or excitement, stronger than mere entusiasmo. The adjective is frenetico (frenetic). The plural frenesie is used when speaking of multiple kinds of frenzy: le frenesie della vita moderna (the frenzied pace of modern life).

Examples

"La frenesia del mercato si sentiva nell'aria."

Natural Translation

The frenzy of the market was felt in the air.

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