deranged — completely unable to think clearly or behave in a controlled way, especially as a result of mental illness
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: completely unable to think clearly or behave in a controlled way, especially as a result of mental illness
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈreɪndʒd/
Example Sentences
- My mom becomes completely deranged when she can't find the TV remote.
- The deranged fan tried to break into the celebrity's house.
- After studying for 12 hours straight, I felt completely deranged.
deranged
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈreɪndʒd/]
completely unable to think clearly or behave in a controlled way, especially as a result of mental illness
The deranged scientist cackles wildly as his lab explodes around him.
While family stands arranged, he remains deranged and estranged
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from French 'déranger', which originally meant 'to disturb or disrupt order'. Over time, the meaning evolved from physical disorder to mental disorder, eventually referring to a state of mental derangement or insanity.
Breakdown
de- (away, off) + ranger (to arrange, to put in order). The prefix 'de-' negates or reverses the action of 'ranger', literally meaning 'to put out of arrangement' or 'to disturb order'.
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📝Examples
“My mom becomes completely deranged when she can't find the TV remote.”
“The deranged fan tried to break into the celebrity's house.”
“After studying for 12 hours straight, I felt completely deranged.”
“The stress of final exams left many students looking deranged.”
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