Definitions of amuck:
- adjective: in a murderous frenzy as if possessed by a demon
Example: "The soldier was completely amuck"
- adverb: in a murderous frenzy
Example: "Rioters running amuck and throwing sticks and bottles and stones"
- adverb: wildly; without self-control
Example: "When the restaurant caught fire the patrons ran amuck, blocking the exit"