Pronunciation: /dɪˈmɛntɪd/

Definitions of demented

adjective a term used to describe someone who is mentally ill or insane

Example Sentences

A1 The demented old man wandered the streets aimlessly.

A2 The demented patient often forgot where they were.

B1 The demented villain's evil plans were foiled by the hero.

B2 The demented scientist conducted unethical experiments on animals.

C1 The demented serial killer left a trail of destruction in their wake.

C2 The demented dictator ruled with an iron fist, suppressing any dissent.

Examples of demented in a Sentence

formal The psychiatrist diagnosed the patient with a demented state of mind.

informal I heard he's been acting demented lately, talking to himself and forgetting things.

slang She's completely demented if she thinks she can get away with that.

figurative The demented idea of quitting his job and traveling the world consumed his thoughts.

Grammatical Forms of demented

past tense

demented

plural

dementeds

comparative

more demented

superlative

most demented

present tense

dement

future tense

will dement

perfect tense

have demented

continuous tense

is dementing

singular

demented

positive degree

demented

infinitive

to dement

gerund

dementing

participle

demented

Origin and Evolution of demented

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'demented' originated from the Latin word 'dementis', which means 'out of one's mind' or 'mad'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'demented' has evolved to encompass a broader range of mental health conditions beyond just madness or being out of one's mind.