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Mad

UK /["/mæd/"]/US /["/mæd/"]/

Definition

very stupid; not at all sensible

In simple words: angry or upset

Examples

I was so mad when I found out someone had used my laptop without asking.
The movie was absolutely mad, filled with unexpected twists and turns!
He went mad trying to solve the complicated puzzle.
She was mad with joy when she received the good news.
Don't get mad at me for breaking the window; it was an accident!
The crowd went mad during the concert, cheering for the band.
After hours without food, he was becoming mad with hunger.

Usage notes

It's commonly used in casual conversations to express anger. Avoid using it in formal situations, as it may be seen as childish.

Grammar pattern

mad + at + object

Memory hint

Think of being so mad you feel like a 'mad dog' barking loudly.

Collocations

be
look
seem
absolutely
completely
quite
with
be
look
seem
absolutely
completely
quite
with
be
feel
look
extremely
fairly
very
at
with

Synonyms

angry
furious
irate
annoyed
frustrated

Antonyms

happy
calm
pleased

Common mistakes

Using 'mad' in formal writing.
Mixing up 'mad' with 'crazy'—they have different meanings.
Saying 'mad of' instead of 'mad at'.