madness
mad
ˈmæd
mād
ness
nəs
nēs
sadnessbadnessgladness

Definition & Meaning of "madness"in English

Madness
01

very stupid behavior that could develop into a dangerous situation 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
Driving at high speeds in dense fog is sheer madness and incredibly dangerous. 
02

a state recognized by law as affecting responsibility for actions 

Examples
The court declared the defendant was suffering from madness at the time of the crime. 
03

unrestrained excitement, enthusiasm, or passion 

Examples
The crowd's madness at the concert was electrifying. 
04

intense anger 

Examples
He was shaking with madness when he heard the news. 
05

an acute viral disease affecting the nervous system of warm-blooded animals, usually fatal once it reaches the brain 

Examples
The dog was quarantined after showing symptoms of madness. 
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