Like crazy/mad
adverb
Doing something a lot or to a great degree.
He has been working like mad to finish the project on time.
Often appears as...
- work like crazy
- run like mad
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
adverb
Used to emphasize how quickly or rapidly something is happening.
We need to run like crazy to catch the bus.
Often appears as...
- run like mad
- drive like crazy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
adverb
Showing a great amount of activity or energy.
The kids were running around like mad.
Often appears as...
- party like mad
- work like crazy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
adverb
Doing something a lot or to a great degree.
He has been working like mad to finish the project on time.
Often appears as...
- work like crazy
- run like mad
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
adverb
Used to emphasize how quickly or rapidly something is happening.
We need to run like crazy to catch the bus.
Often appears as...
- run like mad
- drive like crazy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
adverb
Showing a great amount of activity or energy.
The kids were running around like mad.
Often appears as...
- party like mad
- work like crazy
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3High Intensity
Use 'like crazy/mad' when describing actions done with extreme effort or passion.
She cleaned the house like mad before the guests arrived.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
It can express frustration or enthusiasm depending on context.
He was practicing his guitar like crazy, determined to improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversations
Most suitable for casual settings, not formal speeches or writing.
I've been eating like crazy, I've just been so hungry lately!
Pro Tip 1/3High Intensity
Use 'like crazy/mad' when describing actions done with extreme effort or passion.
She cleaned the house like mad before the guests arrived.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
It can express frustration or enthusiasm depending on context.
He was practicing his guitar like crazy, determined to improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversations
Most suitable for casual settings, not formal speeches or writing.
I've been eating like crazy, I've just been so hungry lately!
Pro Tip 1/3High Intensity
Use 'like crazy/mad' when describing actions done with extreme effort or passion.
She cleaned the house like mad before the guests arrived.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Expression
It can express frustration or enthusiasm depending on context.
He was practicing his guitar like crazy, determined to improve.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversations
Most suitable for casual settings, not formal speeches or writing.
I've been eating like crazy, I've just been so hungry lately!
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