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Fanatical vs Frenzied - What's the difference?

fanatical | frenzied |

As adjectives the difference between fanatical and frenzied

is that fanatical is having an extreme, irrational zeal or enthusiasm for a specific cause while frenzied is in a state of hurry, panic or wild activity.

fanatical

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • having an extreme, irrational zeal or enthusiasm for a specific cause

    • frenzied

    English

    Alternative forms

    * phrenzied (chiefly archaic)

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • In a state of hurry, panic or wild activity.
    • Preparations for the president's arrival made for a frenzied week.

    See also

    * frenzy