adj
bonkers
BONG-kuhz
adj
1
Crazy, wild, or absurd.
"The whole plan sounded completely bonkers to me."
"She went bonkers when she heard the news."
How to Use Bonkers
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWildly crazy or out of control — usually said in a light, informal way.
When to use it
Informal, chiefly British English.
Word Forms
more bonkers comparative, most bonkers superlative
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Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly linked to "bonk" as a blow to the head.