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crazier

|cra-zi-er|

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/ˈkreɪziər/

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/ˈkreɪziə/

(crazy)

mentally unstable or extremely enthusiastic

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
crazycraziercraziestcrazinesscrazily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'crazier' is the comparative form of 'crazy', which originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'craze', where it meant 'to shatter or break'.

Historical Evolution

'craze' in Middle English evolved into 'crazy' in modern English, and 'crazier' is formed by adding the comparative suffix '-er'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'crazy' meant 'full of cracks' or 'broken', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'insane' or 'wild'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

comparative form of 'crazy'; more crazy.

This idea is even crazier than the last one.

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Last updated: 2025/07/31 02:34