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Crazed: meaning, definitions and examples

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crazed

 

[kreɪzd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

mental state

Crazed refers to someone who is mentally deranged or wildly out of control. This term is often used to describe a person whose behavior is irrational or extremely agitated, which may suggest a loss of touch with reality. It can be used to characterize someone displaying intense excitement or anger. The term can also imply a certain level of violence or unpredictability in a person's actions.

Synonyms

deranged, frantic, insane, mad, wild.

Examples of usage

  • The crazed fan rushed the stage.
  • She spoke in a crazed manner after the incident.
  • A crazed look in his eyes made everyone uneasy.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'crazed' comes from the Middle English 'craze,' meaning to break or shatter.
  • It relates to the older word 'crazy,' which has roots in the Scottish word 'crazie,' referring to someone who is broken or deranged.

Psychology

  • Crazed behavior can sometimes result from intense stress or mental health issues, showing how our minds can react under pressure.
  • Certain conditions, such as delirium or severe anxiety, can lead to feelings of being crazed, disrupting normal thought patterns.

Pop Culture

  • In films, characters portrayed as crazed often depict extreme emotions or actions, emphasizing dramatic storytelling.
  • The term has appeared in various song lyrics, conveying feelings of intense passion or mania.

Literature

  • Classic literature often uses crazed characters to symbolize a loss of control or a departure from reality.
  • Authors like Edgar Allan Poe explored themes of madness, where crazed characters highlight the fragility of the human mind.

Art

  • Visual artists sometimes depict crazed figures to challenge viewers' perceptions of sanity and reality.
  • Abstract art can evoke a sense of craziness, using chaotic forms and vivid colors to express intense emotions.

Translations

Translations of the word "crazed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 louco

🇮🇳 पागल

🇩🇪 verrückt

🇮🇩 gila

🇺🇦 божевільний

🇵🇱 szalony

🇯🇵 狂った

🇫🇷 fou

🇪🇸 loco

🇹🇷 deli

🇰🇷 미친

🇸🇦 مجنون

🇨🇿 šílený

🇸🇰 šialený

🇨🇳 疯狂的

🇸🇮 nor

🇮🇸 geðveikur

🇰🇿 жынды

🇬🇪 გიჟი

🇦🇿 dəlidir

🇲🇽 loco

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,323, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.