madly
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for madly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In an extreme, intense, or uncontrolled way — often used with "in love".
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use madly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From mad plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
Full origin of madly →Frequently asked questions
What does “madly” mean?
The word “madly” means in an extreme, intense, or uncontrolled way — often used with "in love". In plain terms, wildly, intensely, or furiously — most often heard in the phrase "madly in love".
How do you pronounce “madly”?
“Madly” is pronounced MAD-lee (/ˈmædli/ in IPA).
How do you use “madly” in a sentence?
Here is “madly” used in a sentence: “They fell madly in love within weeks of meeting.”
What part of speech is “madly”?
“Madly” is an adverb.
Is “madly” a common word?
“Madly” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “madly” have?
“Madly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in an extreme, intense, or uncontrolled way — often used with "in love".