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Meaning of madden
to make someone extremely angry
Etymology of madden
The word "madden" has its roots in Old English "gemæddian" which means to make mad or drive crazy
Historically, the term has been used to describe a state of intense anger or fury, often to the point of being uncontrollable
Synonyms
infuriate
anger
enrage
incense
outrage
provoke
irritate
vex
rile
vexate
vindicate
inflame
exasperate
antagonize
ruffle
nettle
gall
irk
chafe
grate
peeve
annoy
bother
harass
plague
torment
tease
taunt
goad
provoke
inflame
incite
enkindle
ignite
fire
inflame
infuriate
anger
ire
wrath
indignation
resentment
umbrage
pique
dander
temper
irritation
annoyance
frustration
exasperation
Definitions
- to make someone extremely angry or furious
- * to drive someone mad or insane with anger or frustration
Usage Examples
- The news of the corruption scandal maddened the public and led to widespread protests
- * Her constant teasing maddened him, and he eventually lost his temper
- * The noise from the construction site maddened the neighbors, who couldn't sleep at night