Pronunciation: [mˈadmən] (IPA) 
The word "madman" is spelled with the combination of two sounds: the voiced bilabial stop /m/ and the voiced alveolar nasal /n/. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /ˈmæd.mən/. The stressed syllable in this word is the first syllable, which is pronounced as /mæd/. The second syllable is unstressed and pronounced as /mən/. The word refers to a man who is mentally ill or behaves in a reckless and dangerous way.
Madman (noun):
A madman is an individual who is mentally deranged or insane, exhibiting irrational behavior and lacking normal reasoning abilities. The term "madman" is often used to describe someone who displays extreme and unpredictable actions or exhibits a severe departure from accepted social norms and conventions. The word "madman" is derived from the combination of "mad," meaning mentally disturbed, and "man," referring to a human being.
A madman's actions may be characterized by a lack of self-control and an inability to distinguish reality from imagination. They may engage in erratic or irresponsible conduct, posing a potential risk to themselves or others. Such behavior is often marked by intense emotional states, including anger, fear, or paranoia, which may further contribute to their unpredictable nature.
It is important to note that the term "madman" is not a clinical diagnosis but rather a colloquial expression used to describe extreme manifestations of mental illness or irrational behavior. It signifies a departure from societal norms and expectations due to a disturbed mentality.
As societal attitudes towards mental health evolve, it is crucial to approach the term "madman" with sensitivity and recognition that individuals facing mental health challenges are deserving of understanding, support, and assistance rather than stigmatization or isolation.
One deprived of his understanding; one who acts contrary to reason; a lunatic.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.
The word "madman" is derived from the combination of two Old English words: "mad" and "man".
1. "Mad" comes from the Old English word "gemǣdd", which means "insane" or "crazy". It is ultimately derived from the Proto-Germanic word "mēdaz", meaning "out of one's mind" or "stupid". This word is also related to the Old High German "mat" and the Old Norse "maðr", both meaning "foolish" or "insane".
2. "Man" comes from the Old English word "mann", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "mannaz" meaning "human being" or "person". This term is also related to similar words in other Germanic languages like the Old High German "man" and the Gothic "manna".
