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Meaning of insane
The primary meaning of the word "insane" is related to a state of mind that is severely abnormal or unbalanced, often to the degree of being considered mentally ill.
Etymology of insane
The word "insane" originates from the Latin words "in" (meaning "not") and "sanus" (meaning "healthy" or "sane"), with the word entering the English language in the 15th century
Historically, the term "insane" was used to describe individuals who were considered mentally ill or unstable, often with connotations of being a danger to themselves or others
Synonyms
mad
crazy
deranged
lunatic
demented
unhinged
berserk
frantic
frenzied
hysterical
manic
delirious
irrational
absurd
preposterous
ridiculous
foolish
silly
absurd
illogical
unreasonable
mental
psychotic
neurotic
unstable
erratic
wild
uncontrolled
uncontrollable
frantic
frenetic
Definitions
- In a state of mind that is severely abnormal or unbalanced, characterized by a severe disorder of the mind or emotions
- Extremely foolish or irrational, often in a way that is considered amusing or entertaining
- In law, unable to manage one's affairs or make rational decisions due to a mental disorder or disability
Usage Examples
- The patient's insane behavior led to their hospitalization for further evaluation and treatment
- The plot of the movie was so insane that it was hard to follow or understand
- The court declared the defendant insane and therefore not responsible for their actions