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madden

MA-duhn

Madden (verb) means to make someone very angry or frustrated. Example: “It maddens him when people are late without calling.”

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verb

To make someone very angry or frustrated.

"It maddens him when people are late without calling."

"The constant delays maddened the whole waiting room."

How to use madden

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo drive someone to anger or frustration.

Common pairings

it maddens me maddened by the delay

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B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Singular: maddens
Plural: Maddens
Past tense: maddened

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Etymology

From mad plus the verb-forming suffix -en, on the pattern of words like "sadden" and "deepen".

Synonyms

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Antonyms

tranquilize

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Rhymes for madden

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Frequently asked questions

What does “madden” mean?

The word “madden” means to make someone very angry or frustrated. In plain terms, to drive someone to anger or frustration.

How do you pronounce “madden”?

“Madden” is pronounced MA-duhn (/ˈmædən/ in IPA).

How do you use “madden” in a sentence?

Here is “madden” used in a sentence: “It maddens him when people are late without calling.”

What is the opposite of “madden”?

The opposite of “madden” — its antonyms — is tranquilize.

What part of speech is “madden”?

“Madden” is a verb.

Is “madden” a common word?

“Madden” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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