Be mad for somebody/something
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Informal Use
Suitable for casual conversations and not for formal settings like business meetings.
She's mad for Broadway shows — already seen the same one five times!
Pro Tip 2/3Intensity
Expresses a very strong level of enthusiasm, going beyond just liking something.
I'm mad for vintage cars; I even fly to exhibitions.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal
It's a figurative expression and doesn't mean being angry or mentally unstable.
He's mad for chess, but he's the calmest person I know.
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