Synonyms of insanity
13 similar words · 8 opposite words
Another word for insanity is madness. Other synonyms of insanity are lunacy and insaneness. The opposite of insanity is sanity.
Synonyms and similar words for insanity
nounThe state of being insane; madness.
- bedlamismInsanity.
- brainsicknessThe quality of being brainsick; mental confusion or giddiness.
- crazeCraziness; insanity.
- craziness
- derangement
- insanenessInsanity; madness.
- lunacyInsanity implying legal irresponsibility.
- madnessThe state of being mad; insanity; mental disease.
- mental disorderA behavioral or mental pattern that may cause suffering or a poor ability to function in life.
- mental illness
- unreason
- lune obsolete
- unsanity rareSynonym of insanity.
Opposite of insanity
nounThe state of being insane; madness.
nounMore antonyms
- mental healthOne's emotional well-being, especially with reference to one's outlook on life, ability to cope with stress or the...
Meaning of insanity
- noun The state of being insane; madness.
insanity in other languages
Questions about synonyms of insanity
- What is another word for insanity?
- Insanity has 13 synonyms on Word.ws, such as madness, lunacy and insaneness.
- What is the opposite of insanity?
- The opposite of insanity is sanity. Other antonyms of insanity are mind.
- What does insanity mean?
- Insanity means the state of being insane; madness.
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