MANIA - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action
Categories: Irrational motive
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Noun
a mood disorder; an affective disorder in which the victim tends to respond excessively and sometimes violently
Categories: Affective disorder, Major affective disorder, Emotional disorder, Emotional disturbance
Synonyms
Manic disorder, Cacoethes, Passion, Mania
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "mania" comes from Ancient Greek μανία, which was borrowed from Latin mania.
🧩 Fun Fact
Greek roots often combine to create compound words with very specific meanings in science and medicine.