as in insanity
lack of good sense or judgment
this latest example of juvenile craziness does not incline us to trust you
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of craziness
Meanwhile, the Spurs had to rush off the court to avoid getting caught up in all the craziness.
—
Joe Vardon, New York Times, 11 June 2026
This would have been ’95 and all the craziness around samples was happening.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 9 June 2026
There was something singular about the wide-eyed craziness of Sweeney, or Cloud’s aura of kindness.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 June 2026
Probst believes that confidence and craziness to experiment is what has made the show endure after 26 years and 50 seasons.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 May 2026
But for now, the iconic Saratoga farm is a bucolic retreat from the craziness of Silicon Valley.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2026
But worry not, the podcast episode goes live tomorrow — alongside a new way to explore this craziness.
—Eric Mandel, AJC.com, 13 Apr. 2026
For Dawn Montgomery, the craziness of 2026 is already affecting her summer travel plans.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
But while March Madness may be over, there was plenty of April craziness in store this week, so let’s get into the news.
—Grace Miserocchi, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Joe Vardon, New York Times, 11 June 2026
This would have been ’95 and all the craziness around samples was happening.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 9 June 2026
There was something singular about the wide-eyed craziness of Sweeney, or Cloud’s aura of kindness.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 2 June 2026
Probst believes that confidence and craziness to experiment is what has made the show endure after 26 years and 50 seasons.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 20 May 2026
But for now, the iconic Saratoga farm is a bucolic retreat from the craziness of Silicon Valley.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2026
But worry not, the podcast episode goes live tomorrow — alongside a new way to explore this craziness.
—Eric Mandel, AJC.com, 13 Apr. 2026
For Dawn Montgomery, the craziness of 2026 is already affecting her summer travel plans.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
But while March Madness may be over, there was plenty of April craziness in store this week, so let’s get into the news.
—Grace Miserocchi, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for craziness
Noun
-
Initially, in 2019, Atkins pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, but in 2021, he was found mentally competent to stand trial.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
-
Dominguez also pleaded not guilty and not guilty by reason of insanity to attempted murder in connection with Guillory’s attack.—
Darrell Smith
June 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
Noun
-
The four-night FIFA-centric experience, which takes place from July 16–21, gives six guests the chance to escape from the FIFA madness in the largest hotel penthouse suite in the US, which spans the entirety of The Mark's top two floors.—
Hannah Chubb,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
-
Shea Langeliers sent a shot 483 feet in the first sign of the madness to come in a 15-14, 12-inning game that introduced the city to its eventual MLB club.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
Noun
-
But despite their simplicity, the style leaves plenty of room for personalization.—
Omenaa Boakye,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
-
Soccer derives its beauty from its simplicity.—
Leander Schaerlaeckens
June 8,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
Noun
-
After Monday’s ruling, social media lit up with criticism for Sorsby regaining eligibility minus the first two games of the 2026 season, while others pointed out the seeming absurdity.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
-
There was an absurdity to it all that took the edge off the menace.—
Heidi Blake,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Craziness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/craziness. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
