madness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmædnəs/

Definition

A state of mental illness, or a state of extreme foolishness or irrationality.

Examples

• The doctor diagnosed him with acute madness after his erratic behavior.

• It would be madness to go out in that storm without proper gear.

• The crowd's reaction was a mixture of joy and utter madness.

How to Use madness

madness for (prepositional phrase)

An extreme enthusiasm or obsession for something. — "The country developed a madness for reality television shows."

in a madness (prepositional phrase)

In a state of extreme irrationality or wild behavior. — "He acted in a madness, shouting and throwing things."

Synonyms of madness

Words with a similar meaning to madness:

• craziness
• folly
• insanity
• derangement

Antonyms of madness

Words with the opposite meaning to madness:

• sanity
• reason

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