5 letter words starting with MAD

Madam

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

1. A polite term of address for a woman, typically used as "Madam President" or "Madam Chair."
2. A woman who runs a brothel.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈmædəm/
• UK: /ˈmadəm/

Origin and Usage:

The word "madam" comes from the Old French word "ma dame," meaning "my lady." It was originally used as a title of respect for a woman of rank or authority. In the 18th century, it came to be used as a polite form of address for a woman, and later for a woman who runs a brothel.

Synonyms:

• Maam
• Lady

Related Words:

• Drama
• Adman
• Adams
• Damas
• Adamu

Example Sentences:

• "Good morning, Madam President," said the reporter.
• She was known in the neighborhood as the madam of the local brothel.

Madly

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that is crazy or insane; in an uncontrolled or reckless way.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈmædli/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈmædli/

Origin and Usage: Madly is derived from the adjective mad, which means insane or crazy. It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in informal contexts to describe actions that are done in an uncontrolled or reckless way.

Synonyms: Wildly, recklessly, frantically, insanely, crazily.

Related Words: Sadly, badly, daily, early, fully.

Example Sentences:

• She was madly in love with him and would do anything for him.
• The car was speeding madly down the road.
• He worked madly to finish the project before the deadline.
• The children were running madly around the playground.