Insane
(adjective)
- Seriously mentally ill; having a completely disturbed state of mind.
- Very foolish or dangerous.
- Extremely enthusiastic or excited about something.
Origin:
Late middle english, from latin insanus, from in- + sanus healthy.
Examples:
- The insane asylum was overcrowded with patients.
- Her behavior was considered insane by those who saw it.
- The idea of jumping from a plane without a parachute was insane.
- She was insane about the new pop star and had all their albums and merchandise.
- The fans were insane with excitement when the band took the stage.