manically

In frenzied fashion

Manically describes doing something in a frenzied, wildly energetic, or obsessive way.

It derives from manic, suggesting behavior that is intense, unrestrained, and possibly out of control.

Someone might manically clean the house before guests arrive or laugh manically at their own joke.

The word can describe genuine psychological states associated with mania, but more often it simply conveys extreme enthusiasm or agitation.

frenzied

frantically

In desperate haste

chaotically · frenetically · deliriously · recklessly · turbulently · tumultuously · tempestuously · stormily · furiously · madly

obsessive

compulsively

Driven by irresistible urge

absorbedly · feverishly · zealously · devotedly · unrelentingly · doggedly · persistently · incessantly · neurotically · pathologically

hyperactive

energetically

With much vigor

animatedly · dynamically · vigorously · effervescently · spiritedly · exuberantly · bouncily · peppily · zippily · briskly

euphoric

ecstatically

With intense joy

rapturously · elatedly · jubilantly · blissfully · gleefully · excitedly · rhapsodically · deliriously · headily · dizzily

erratic

unpredictably

Without foreseeable pattern

sporadically · inconsistently · capriciously · mercurially · fitfully · spasmodically · jerkily · disjointedly · choppily · irregularly

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Opposites
emotional intensity/energy level

manicallycalmly

In a tranquil manner

serenely · placidly · tranquilly · peacefully · composedly

mental state/sanity

manicallysanely

With mental soundness

rationally · lucidly · soberly · sensibly · level-headedly

pace/tempo of action

manicallyslowly

At reduced speed

deliberately · unhurriedly · methodically · leisurely · measuredly

Family

mania, maniac, manic, maniacal, monomania, maniacally, pyromania, manias, bibliomania

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