Amok

usgb/əˈmʌk/
adverb

In a frenzied or uncontrolled state, often resulting in violent or chaotic actions.

After the announcement, the crowd ran amok around the stadium.
Visual representation of "amok" - in a frenzied or uncontrolled state, often resulting in violent or chaotic actions.

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Neutral

run amok,go amok,acting amok

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Contextual Use

Understanding how 'amok' refers to chaotic behavior can help in expressing emotional states.

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After losing the game, he went amok and broke his phone.
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Cultural Reference

In some cultures, this term can refer to losing one's self-control in a more specific or traditional context.

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During the festival, people often feel like they can go amok with joy.
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Formal vs Informal

Although 'amok' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it’s often found in narratives or descriptions that are dramatic.

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She was amok with excitement during her wedding.
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