madman

The word “madman” has 2 syllables: mad-man

It's pronounced as /ˈmædˌmæn/


What is synonym and antonym for madman?

In the thesaurus, “madman” has 21 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for madman along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for madman

  • bedlamite
  • berserk
  • berserker
  • cowboy
  • crazy person
  • crazyman
  • cuckoo
  • daredevil
  • deranged person
  • devil
  • hotdog
  • looney
  • lunatic
  • madcap
  • maniac
  • nut
  • nutcase
  • psychopath
  • raver
  • screwball
  • showboat

Meanings of madman

  • noun
    1. A male who is insane or mentally disturbed.

Example Sentences

  • The village feared the madman who roamed the streets at night.
  • The novel's antagonist was portrayed as a deranged madman seeking revenge.
  • The psychiatrist studied the behavior of the madman to understand the complexities of mental illness.
  • The police apprehended the madman before he could harm anyone else.
  • In folklore, the forest was said to be haunted by a mysterious madman who lured travelers astray.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms or another words to madman, such as: bedlamite, berserk, berserker, cowboy, crazy person, crazyman, cuckoo.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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