Synonyms for

Madden

Verb / ˈmædʌn / Another word for madden — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make someone angry or annoyed

Synonyms & similar words

craze enrage irritate provoke infuriate exasperate aggravate irk nettle vex annoy bother displease offend outrage rile antagonize embitter gall peeve chafe

Synonyms by register

Formal

enrage infuriate exasperate incense

Informal

drive crazy drive nuts tick off piss off

Literary

incite to fury drive to distraction

Antonyms

calm soothe placate appease pacify reassure

Common collocations

  • madden by
  • madden with
  • madden at
  • madden someone's life
  • madden the senses
  • madden the spirit

Word family

verb madden
adjective maddening

Usage note

Madden primarily means to make someone extremely angry. It is a strong verb and often implies a loss of control or reason due to anger.

Example sentences

  1. The constant barking of the dog next door maddened me.
  2. The teacher's unfair treatment of the students maddened the parents.
  3. The traffic jam on the highway maddened the drivers.
  4. The slow internet connection maddened the online gamers.
  5. The rude behavior of the customer maddened the waiter.

Quotes

  • The things that make us mad are usually the things that we care about the most.
  • Anger is often more hurtful than the injury that caused it.
  • It is foolish to let a disagreement madden you.

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