Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

maniaco

noun
/məˈniː.æk/
Definition
A maniac; a person exhibiting extreme enthusiasm or excessive behavior.
Examples
  • He was a maniaco when it came to collecting rare stamps.
  • Some critics described the artist as a maniaco due to his fervent dedication to his work.
  • She could be called a food maniaco since she tries every new restaurant in town.
Meaning
In common usage, it refers to someone who shows madness or excessive enthusiasm for a specific activity or interest.
Synonyms
  • enthusiast
  • fanatic
  • freak
  • addict
  • zealot