madly
/ˈmædli/
Meanings
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adverb
Acting in a furious, excessive, and uncontrollable way
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adverb
In a very intense or extreme manner
Rhymes
Words rhyming with madlycrazy , hazy , lady , nuts , racy , spacy , wildly
Variants
List of all variants of madly that leads to same resultmadly
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).madlier, madliest, maddened, maddening
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From old English 'magan' meaning 'to be mad, to be angry'. The 'd' was added in Middle English.
Trivia
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Madly is an antonym of calmly.
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In the novel 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, Heathcliff is described as being 'madly in love' with Catherine.
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The term 'mad scientist' is often used to describe a scientist who is obsessed with their work to the point of insanity.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Insanity: A state of severe mental disorder, characterized by irrational thoughts, delusions, and impaired social functioning.
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Mania: A state of excessive excitement or euphoria, often accompanied by grandiose delusions or impulsive behavior.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Madly is often used to describe intense emotions, such as love, anger, or excitement. It can also be used to describe behavior that is reckless or out of control. In literature, madly is a common descriptor in romantic poetry, where it is used to express the intensity of the lovers' feelings. In art, madly can be seen in the depiction of characters who are losing control or acting impulsively.
How to Memorize "madly"
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visualize
- Imagine a person acting out of control, with wild and uncontrollable movements. Visualize the intensity and passion in their actions.
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associate
- Associate the word with the feeling of intense emotion or excitement. Think of a time when you felt that way and remember the details.
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mnemonics
- Create a phrase such as 'Mary's Angry Dogs Yell Loudly' to help remember the spelling and meaning of madly.
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