B2adjectiveworkpsychology
US/ˈhek.tɪk/
UK/ˈhek.tɪk/
very busy, with a lot of things to do and little time to rest
In context
I have a hectic schedule this week, with three meetings every day.
Life in a big city can be hectic and tiring.
After a hectic morning at the airport, we finally boarded the plane.
Words that go with hectic
adjective + noun
- hectic scheduleA hectic schedule leaves little time for family.
- hectic paceThe hectic pace of modern life affects our health.
- hectic dayIt was a hectic day at the office.
- hectic lifestyleA hectic lifestyle often leads to stress.
- hectic weekTake a rest after such a hectic week.
adverb + adjective
- pretty hecticThings got pretty hectic before the deadline.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The traffic is very hecticly.Correct: The traffic is hectic.