Definition of frantically

The word "frantically" has its roots in the 15th century. It comes from the Latin word "frantem", which means "to break" or "to burst forth". This Latin word is a combination of "frangere", meaning "to break", and the suffix "-tic", which forms an adjective. The Latin word "frantem" was used to describe something that breaks or bursts forth in a violent or sudden manner. The English word "frantically" was derived from the Latin "frantem" and was first used in the 15th century to describe a sudden or violent burst of movement or action. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the idea of doing something with great urgency or intensity, such as someone frantically searching for something or frantically trying to solve a problem.