The meaning of INSANE is exhibiting a severely disordered state of mind. How to use insane in a sentence.

INSANE definition: (not in technical use as a medical diagnosis) not sane; not of sound mind; mentally deranged. See examples of insane used in a sentence.

INSANE definition: 1. very annoyed, angry, upset, or excited, often so that you cannot think or behave normally: 2…. Learn more.

If you describe a decision or action as insane, you think it is very foolish or excessive.

Define insane. insane synonyms, insane pronunciation, insane translation, English dictionary definition of insane. afflicted with mental derangement, having a disordered mind, mad: Her …

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025 in•sane (in sān′), adj. not sane; not of sound mind; mentally deranged. of, pertaining to, or characteristic …

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Dec 26, 2025 · Adjective insane (comparative more insane or insaner, superlative most insane or insanest) Exhibiting unsoundness or disorder of mind; not sane; utterly mad. Synonyms: see …

insane (informal) having a mind that does not work normally: If I have to stay any longer, I'll go insane. Insane is also used as a legal term for someone who is not responsible for a crime …

INSANE meaning: 1 : not sane: such as; 2 : having or showing severe mental illness