manias
The word “manias” has 3 syllables: ma-ni-as
It's pronounced as /ˈmeɪ.ni.əz/
What is synonym and antonym for manias?
In the thesaurus, “manias” has 41 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for manias along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for manias
- appetites
- bents
- complexes
- compulsions
- cravings
- desires
- dispositions
- drives
- enthusiasms
- fascinations
- fetiches
- fetishes
- fixations
- hang-ups
- hungers
- idiosyncrasies
- inclinations
- infatuations
- itches
- leanings
- longings
- lusts
- monomanias
- obsessions
- partialities
- passions
- penchants
- predilections
- predispositions
- preoccupations
- prepossessions
- problems
- proclivities
- propensities
- quirks
- tendencies
- thirsts
- trips
- urges
- yearnings
- yens
Antonyms for manias
- apathies
- disregards
- indifferences
- insouciances
- nonchalances
Meanings of manias
- noun
- Violent derangement of mind; madness; insanity.
- Excessive or unreasonable desire; insane passion affecting one or many people; fanaticism.
- The state of abnormally elevated or irritable mood, arousal, and/or energy levels.
Example Sentences
- She cycles through different manias, from painting to gardening within weeks.
- The novel explores the psychological manias that drive each character's actions.
- His sudden manias often confuse his friends and family.
- Some manias can be harmless hobbies, while others may require medical attention.
- The therapist helped him recognize patterns in his recurring manias.
On this page you'll find 46 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to manias, such as: apathies, appetites, bents, complexes, compulsions, cravings, desires.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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