Madly

/ˈmædli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In a state of frenzy or intense emotion; wildly or crazily.
She was madly in love with him, unable to think of anything else.
To an extreme degree; excessively.
He worked madly on his project to meet the deadline.
In a foolish or irrational manner.
The children ran madly around the playground, laughing and shouting.
In a chaotic or disorganized way.
The office was madly hectic on the day of the product launch.

Etymology

From 'mad' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

madly in love
Deeply or passionately in love.
madly extravagant
Exceedingly or unjustifiably extravagant.
madly pursuing
Intensely and obsessively chasing after something or someone.

Related Words

mad
Mentally ill; insane.
madness
The state of being mad; insanity.
madcap
Tending to act wildly or carelessly.

Slang Meanings

Extremely enthusiastic or excited.
I'm madly excited for the concert!
Obsessively in love.
She's madly into him.