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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hectic

/hɛktɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does hectic mean?

adjective

Extremely busy or active; frantic. Marked by or causing a sense of intense anxiety or worry.

Example

"The hectic pace of the city made it difficult to find a moment of peace."

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