ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Insane

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪnˈseɪn/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Insane is an adjective meaning Exhibiting unsoundness or disorder of mind; not sane; utterly mad.

Meaning

Exhibiting unsoundness or disorder of mind; not sane; utterly mad.

More Meanings

  1. Used by or relating to insane people.
  2. Causing insanity or madness.
  3. (informal) Characterized by excess or the utmost folly; ridiculous; impractical.
  4. (informal) Enraged; furious.
  5. (slang) Extremely good; incredibly amazing.

Example Sentences

an insane plan
an insane asylum
an insane hospital
an insane amount of money

Word Forms

Synonyms for insane

Depending on context, synonyms include bananas, barking, buggish, buggy, bughouse, barmy.

Antonyms for insane

Common opposites include sane, sober.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include crazed, crazy, bonkers, mad, demented, lunatic.

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