Insane: meaning, definitions and examples

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insane

[ ɪnˈseɪn ]

^{Context #1}

behavior

In a state of mind that prevents normal perception, behavior, or social interaction; seriously mentally ill. Characterized by extreme foolishness or irrationality.

Synonyms

crazy, deranged, irrational, mad

Examples of usage

He was declared insane and sent to a psychiatric hospital.
The idea of jumping off a moving train is insane!
She's acting insane, we need to get her help.

^{Context #2}

informal

Extremely; very.

Synonyms

extremely, intensely, very

Examples of usage

That party was insane! It was so much fun.
I am insanely busy this week.

Translations

Translations of the word "insane" in other languages:

🇵🇹 louco

🇮🇳 पागल

🇩🇪 verrückt

🇮🇩 gila

🇺🇦 божевільний

🇵🇱 szalony

🇯🇵 狂った (kurutta)

🇫🇷 fou

🇪🇸 loco

🇹🇷 deli

🇰🇷 미친 (michin)

🇸🇦 مجنون (majnun)

🇨🇿 šílený

🇸🇰 šialený

🇨🇳 疯狂 (fēngkuáng)

🇸🇮 nor

🇮🇸 geðveikur

🇰🇿 жынды

🇬🇪 გიჟი (giji)

🇦🇿 dəli

🇲🇽 loco

Word origin

The word 'insane' originated from the Latin word 'insanus', which means 'unhealthy'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to a state of mind that prevents normal perception or behavior. The term has been used in various contexts, from legal to medical, to describe extreme mental states. Today, 'insane' is commonly used informally to express intensity or extremity.