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Definition
To go mad; to lose one's mind and act wildly or irrationally.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Describes a sudden, intense loss of emotional control or irrational behavior rather than a clinical diagnosis of mental illness. It is frequently used to describe someone acting wildly out of anger or frustration, often implying that their actions are unpredictable and potentially dangerous.
Examples
If he keeps going mad like this, it will be a big disaster.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply very angry or upset, as it implies a total loss of sanity or self-control that is quite extreme.
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