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Maniacal

Definition: Showing wild, frenzied, or uncontrollable behavior or excitement.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Exhibiting extreme enthusiasm, obsession, or intense interest in an activity or idea.

Example Sentence: The maniacal fan screamed with excitement as her favorite band took the stage.

Sense 2:

Definition: Characterized by crazy or irrational behavior, often associated with mental instability.

Example Sentence: The villain in the movie had a maniacal laugh that sent chills down the audience's spine.