Amok and Demented

Amok

Amok adjective - Frenzied as if possessed by a demon.

Demented and amok are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Demented" instead an adjective "Amok".

Demented

Demented adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.
Usage example: a poor, demented animal that had obviously suffered years of abuse

Amok and demented are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Amok" instead an adjective "Demented".

Nearby Word: dementing
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Demented and Amok. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 15, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/amok/demented
Amok & Demented. N.p., 2016. Web. 15 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/amok/demented>.
Demented or Amok. 2016. Accessed August 15, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/amok/demented.
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