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madness
noun mad·ness \ˈmad-nəs\
: a state of severe mental illness
: behavior or thinking that is very foolish or dangerous
Full Definition of MADNESS
1
: the quality or state of being mad: as a : rage b : insanity c : extreme folly d : ecstasy, enthusiasm
2
: any of several ailments of animals marked by frenzied behavior; specifically : rabies
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First Known Use of MADNESS
14th century
Related to MADNESS
- Synonyms
- aberration, dementia, derangement, lunacy, insanity, mania, rage [archaic]
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madness
noun mad·ness \ˈmad-nəs\
Medical Definition of MADNESS
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