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Frantically vs. Franticly

Frantically

/ˈfræntɪk(ə)li /
In a hurried and disorganized way, usually due to panic or urgency

Examples:

He searched frantically for his lost keys.Her eyes darted around the room frantically.They waved frantically for help on the beach.

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Franticly

When someone does something rapidly and with nervous energy due to panic.

Examples:

She searched franticly for her misplaced keys.The dog ran franticly in circles in the yard.He waved his arms franticly to signal for help.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Frantically is the more commonly used spelling in modern English.
  • Franticly is an older form and now less common.
  • Both words function as adverbs, meaning they describe the manner in which an action is performed.
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