hectic
Translation
very busy, full of activity, frantic
Examples
It was a hectic day at the office.
It was a hectic day at the office.
Life has been quite hectic recently.
Life has been quite hectic recently.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) hectic ((noun)) a busy or frantic (noun) It was a hectic day at the office.
Similar Words
Synonyms: busy, frantic, frenetic; Antonyms: calm, peaceful, quiet
Etymology
From Greek 'hektikos' (habitual), related to 'hexis' (habit, state). It originally described a type of fever.
Memory Tips
Picture a 'hectic' day as so busy you have to 'hike' and 'trek' everywhere quickly.