Definition of 'amuck'

Adjective

1. in a murderous frenzy as if possessed by a demon; "the soldier was completely amuck"; "berserk with grief"; "a berserk worker smashing windows"
      Synonyms: amok berserk demoniac demoniacal possessed

Adverb

1. wildly; without self-control; "when the restaurant caught fire the patrons ran amuck, blocking the exit"
      Synonyms: amok
2. in a murderous frenzy; "rioters running amuck and throwing sticks and bottles and stones"
      Synonyms: amok murderously

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