Definition

In a way that shows excessive focus or obsession on a single idea or subject.

Example

He pursued his project monomaniacally, ignoring all other responsibilities.

Conversation

Have you noticed how he works monomaniacally on his projects?

Yeah, it's like he can't focus on anything else!

I wonder if that's healthy in the long run.

It might not be, but his results speak for themselves.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monomaniacally → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning single or one) and "mania" (from Greek "mania", meaning madness or obsession) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner). The word describes acting in a manner that is obsessed with a single idea or subject.

Memory Tip

Think of being obsessed with just one thing ('mono-') to remember that 'monomaniacally' means acting in a way that shows a single-minded obsession.

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