adj
bonkers
BONG-kuhz
Bonkers (adj) means Crazy, wild, or absurd. Example: “The whole plan sounded completely bonkers to me.”
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Crazy, wild, or absurd.
""They are turning people off travelling. And the removal of catering on such a long-distance route is just bonkers.""
— Paul Clifton, Crisis (2021)
"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.
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- Comparative
- more bonkers
- Superlative
- most bonkers
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Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly linked to "bonk" as a blow to the head.
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What does “bonkers” mean?
The word “bonkers” means crazy, wild, or absurd. In plain terms, wildly crazy or out of control — usually said in a light, informal way.
How do you pronounce “bonkers”?
“Bonkers” is pronounced BONG-kuhz (/ˈbɑŋkɚz/ in IPA).
How do you use “bonkers” in a sentence?
Here is “bonkers” used in a sentence: “The whole plan sounded completely bonkers to me.”
What part of speech is “bonkers”?
“Bonkers” is an adjective.
