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madden

1 synonyms and 1 antonyms for madden, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To make someone very angry or frustrated.

Synonyms

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Antonyms

How to use madden

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

it maddens me maddened by the delay

Etymology

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

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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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