American Dictionary
Definition insane in American English
insane adjective
adjective
/ɪnˈseɪn/
1
very stupid or crazy, especially in a way that is likely to cause serious problems, harm, or injury
Example
It's an insane situation that I can't see any way out of.
Example
You'd be totally insane to see him again.
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2
suffering from very severe mental illness so that you cannot be considered legally responsible for your actions. It is usually considered offensive to call someone insane, although this word is still used in some legal or official phrases
Example
He was certified insane in 1998.
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