B1adjective informal 2K

Mad

🇬🇧 UK /["/mæd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/mæd/"]/

Meaning of Mad

very stupid; not at all sensible

In simple words: angry or upset

Mad in a sentence

• 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.

How to use Mad

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.

Related words

Collocations with Mad

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

Synonyms for Mad

• angry
• furious
• irate
• annoyed
• frustrated

Opposites of Mad

• happy
• calm
• pleased

Common mistakes with Mad

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

Frequently asked questions about Mad

What does Mad mean?

angry or upset

What is the definition of Mad?

very stupid; not at all sensible

How do you use Mad in a sentence?

I was so mad when I found out someone had used my laptop without asking.

Can you give another example of Mad?

The movie was absolutely mad, filled with unexpected twists and turns!

What are synonyms for Mad?

Common alternatives include angry, furious, irate, annoyed, frustrated.

What is the opposite of Mad?

Opposite meanings include happy, calm, pleased.

What words go with Mad?

It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, absolutely, completely, quite, with, be, look, seem, absolutely, completely, quite, with, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, at, with.

What are common mistakes when using Mad?

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

How do you pronounce Mad?

US: /["/mæd/"]/, UK: /["/mæd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Mad formal or informal?

"Mad" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Mad?

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

What CEFR level is Mad?

"Mad" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.