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monomaniacal

mon·o·ma·ni·a
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [mon-uh-mey-nee-uh, -meyn-yuh]
    • /ˌmɒn əˈmeɪ ni ə, -ˈmeɪn yə/
    • /mˈɒnəʊmənˌaɪəkəl/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [mon-uh-mey-nee-uh, -meyn-yuh]
    • /ˌmɒn əˈmeɪ ni ə, -ˈmeɪn yə/

Definitions of monomaniacal word

  • noun monomaniacal (no longer in technical use) a psychosis characterized by thoughts confined to one idea or group of ideas. 1
  • noun monomaniacal an inordinate or obsessive zeal for or interest in a single thing, idea, subject, or the like. 1
  • noun monomaniacal Fanatical, or obsessed with one cause or idea to the exclusion of other concerns. 1
See all 3 definitions of monomaniacal

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Origin of monomaniacal

First appearance:

before 1815
One of the 39% newest English words
From New Latin, dating back to 1815-25; See origin at mono-, -mania

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Parts of speech for Monomaniacal

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Monomaniacal

monomaniacal popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for monomaniacal

adj monomaniacal

  • stubborn — unreasonably obstinate; obstinately unmoving: a stubborn child.
  • single-minded — having or showing a single aim or purpose: a single-minded program.
  • narrow-minded — having or showing a prejudiced mind, as persons or opinions; biased.
  • frenzied — wildly excited or enthusiastic: frenzied applause.
  • zealous — full of, characterized by, or due to zeal; ardently active, devoted, or diligent. Synonyms: enthusiastic, eager, fervid, fervent, intense, passionate, warm. Antonyms: apathetic; lackadaisical.

adjective monomaniacal

  • overenthusiastic — full of or characterized by enthusiasm; ardent: He seems very enthusiastic about his role in the play.
  • enthusiastic — Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.
  • biassed — a particular tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion, especially one that is preconceived or unreasoned: illegal bias against older job applicants; the magazine’s bias toward art rather than photography; our strong bias in favor of the idea.
  • erratic — Not even or regular in pattern or movement; unpredictable.
  • extreme — Reaching a high or the highest degree; very great.
All 63 Synonyms of monomaniacal

Antonyms for monomaniacal

adj monomaniacal

  • broad-minded — If you describe someone as broad-minded, you approve of them because they are willing to accept types of behaviour which other people consider immoral.
  • tolerant — inclined or disposed to tolerate; showing tolerance; forbearing: tolerant of errors.
  • apathetic — If you describe someone as apathetic, you are criticizing them because they do not seem to be interested in or enthusiastic about doing anything.
  • indifferent — without interest or concern; not caring; apathetic: his indifferent attitude toward the suffering of others.
  • lethargic — of, relating to, or affected with lethargy; drowsy; sluggish; apathetic.

adjective monomaniacal

  • doubting — Present participle of doubt.
All 14 Antonyms of monomaniacal

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