Definition of madly

madlyadverb

điên cuồng

/ˈmædli//ˈmædli/

"Madly" is a combination of the word "mad" and the adverbial suffix "-ly." "Mad" itself has a long history, derived from Old English "mæd" meaning "angry, furious," which ultimately traces back to Proto-Germanic *madaz. The suffix "-ly" is also of Old English origin, meaning "in a … manner." Therefore, "madly" signifies a state of being "in a mad manner," conveying an intense, often uncontrolled, or passionate state.

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in a way that shows a lack of control

theo cách thể hiện sự thiếu kiểm soát

Example:
  • She was rushing around madly trying to put out the fire.

    Cô điên cuồng chạy xung quanh để cố gắng dập tắt ngọn lửa.

  • His heart thudded madly against his ribs.

    Tim anh đập điên cuồng vào xương sườn.

  • He saw the weathervane spinning madly in the powerful breeze.

    Anh nhìn thấy cánh gió quay điên cuồng trong làn gió mạnh.

very, extremely

rất, cực kỳ

Example:
  • madly excited/jealous

    cực kỳ phấn khích/ghen tị

  • She's madly in love with him.

    Cô ấy yêu anh ấy điên cuồng.