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Synonyms & Similar Words
angry
furious
enraged
irate
infuriated
incensed
outraged
indignant
vexed
annoyed
irritated
cross
displeased
dissatisfied
unhappy
upset
distressed
frantic
frenzied
hysterical
manic
passionate
intense
heated
fiery
vehement
violent
tempestuous
turbulent
stormy
ferocious
Meaning of Mad
The primary meaning of the word "Mad" is feeling or showing strong anger or annoyance.
Definitions
- Feeling or showing strong anger or annoyance
- Mentally ill or insane
- Extremely foolish or unwise
- Extremely enthusiastic or excited
Etymology of Mad
The word "Mad" has its roots in Old English "gemæd" or "gemad", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "ga-maidiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "meid-", both of which are related to the concept of changed or altered mind or mood
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of emotions and mental states, from anger and irritability to insanity and foolishness
Example Uses
- The driver was mad at the pedestrian for not using the crosswalk
- She was mad with anger when she heard the news
- He was diagnosed with a mental illness and was considered mad by his community
- The fans were mad about the new music release and waited in line for hours to buy tickets