Meaning of the word maniacal in English

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maniacal

US /məˈnaɪ.ə.kəl/
UK /məˈnaɪ.ə.kəl/

Adjective

behaving in a wild, crazy, or extremely enthusiastic way, often associated with mania or madness

Example:
The villain let out a maniacal laugh as his plan unfolded.
His obsession with perfection became almost maniacal.
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