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Meaning of the word demented in English

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demented

US /dɪˈmen.t̬ɪd/
UK /dɪˈmen.t̬ɪd/
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Adjective

1.

suffering from dementia

Example:
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The old man became increasingly demented in his final years.
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Her grandmother was demented and often confused.
Synonym:
seniledotingconfusedunhingedderanged
2.

driven to behave irrationally due to anger, distress, or excitement

Example:
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He was demented with rage after hearing the news.
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The crowd became demented with excitement during the concert.
Synonym:
madinsanecrazyfranticwild
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