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Crazily - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

crazily

/ˈkreɪzəli/ /ˈkreɪzɪli/

Definition:

In a wild, uncontrolled, or irrational manner.

Synonyms:

wildly, madly, frantically, recklessly

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

calmly, sensibly

Common Collocations:

laugh crazily, act crazily, drive crazily, behave crazily

Derivatives:

crazy, craziness

Usage Tips:

Use "crazily" to describe actions done with extreme energy or lack of control.

Common Phrases:

run around crazily, laugh crazily, act crazily

Etymology:

Derived from "crazy," which originated in the 16th century meaning "full of cracks" or "unsound."

Examples:

  • 1. She danced crazily to the upbeat music.
  • 2. The dog ran crazily around the yard after the ball.
  • 3. He laughed crazily at the absurd joke.
  • 4. The wind blew crazily during the storm.

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