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Maniac Common

Maniac has 4 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Adjective

Definitions
Noun
1

an insane person

"The security guard called for backup when a maniac tried to break into the bank during rush hour."

2

a person who has an obsession with or excessive enthusiasm for something

"She is such a maniac about vintage vinyl records that she spends her entire paycheck hunting down rare albums at flea markets."

3

An insane person, especially one who suffers from a mania.

"The escaped convict was described by witnesses as a terrifying maniac who seemed to be driven by an uncontrollable urge to harm others."