Definitions

1. noun

a state of extreme enthusiasm or excitement, especially for something considered irrational or excessive

“The rock star’s fans were in a state of mania as soon as they heard that he was coming to town.”

2. noun

an abnormal or excessive interest in something, especially a mental disorder characterized by an intense preoccupation with an object, activity, or idea

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a shopping mania and recommended therapy.”

3. noun

a period of intense and widespread enthusiasm for something, such as a fashion trend or a cultural phenomenon

“The 1980s saw a mania for neon-colored clothing and big hair.”

4. verb

to have or feel a mania for something

“She began to mania over the new video game and spent all her free time playing it.”