FANAT'ICAL, a. [L. fanaticus, phanaticus.]
Wild and extravagant in opinions, particularly in religious opinions; excessively enthusiastic; possessed by a kind of frenzy. Hence we say, fanatic zeal; fanatic notions or opinions.
Webster's Dictionary 1828
FANAT'ICAL, a. [L. fanaticus, phanaticus.]
Wild and extravagant in opinions, particularly in religious opinions; excessively enthusiastic; possessed by a kind of frenzy. Hence we say, fanatic zeal; fanatic notions or opinions.