craze

Definition

  • noun: something that is very popular for a period of time
  • verb: to produce minute cracks on the surface or glaze of
  • often + 'for'
  • synonyms: break, weaken, impair

Examples

  • The prisoner was 'crazed' [=made crazy] by pain and fear.

  • an addict 'crazed' with drugs [=made crazy by drugs]

  • the 'crazed' ramblings/rantings of a lunatic

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We are here to help the Vietnamese... ...because inside every gook there is an American trying to get out. It's a hardball world, son. We've gotta try to keep our heads until this peace craze blows over. Aye, aye, sir. Hey, bro. We're looking for st Platoon, Hotel Two-Five. Around the back. (..)
    1987 Full Metal Jacket