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insanity

Main Entry:: in·san·i·ty
Pronunciation:: \in-ˈsa-nə-tē\
Function:: noun
Inflected Form(s):: plural in·san·i·ties
Date:: 1590

1: a deranged state of the mind usually occurring as a specific disorder (as schizophrenia)2: such unsoundness of mind or lack of understanding as prevents one from having the mental capacity required by law to enter into a particular relationship, status, or transaction or as removes one from criminal or civil responsibility3 a: extreme folly or unreasonableness b: something utterly foolish or unreasonable

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