Learn how to use the comparative “crazier” and superlative “craziest” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “crazier”?

The comparative form of “crazier” is “crazier”.

Example

His behavior is crazier than ever before.

Example

She became crazier as the night went on.

What is the superlative form of “crazier”?

The superlative form of “crazier” is “craziest”.

Example

Among all the contestants, he was the craziest.

Example

The roller coaster ride was the craziest experience of her life.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with crazy, crazier, and craziest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more crazy' and 'most crazy' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, crazier and craziest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Crazy does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: CrazyCrazier Superlative: CrazyCraziest

Expressions with similar meanings to “crazier”

Used to describe someone or something that is even more mentally unstable or irrational

Example

His actions became more insane as time went on.

Similar to crazier, this emphasizes a higher level of madness or irrationality

Example

Her ideas became madder and more nonsensical as the conversation continued.

Used to describe someone or something that is more unpredictable or out of control

Example

The party got wilder as the night went on, with people dancing on tables and throwing confetti.

Expressions with similar meanings to “craziest”

Used to describe someone or something that is the most mentally unstable or irrational

Example

His actions were the most insane I've ever seen.

Similar to craziest, this emphasizes the highest level of madness or irrationality

Example

Her ideas were the maddest and most nonsensical I've ever heard.

wildest

Used to describe someone or something that is the most unpredictable or out of control

Example

The party was the wildest I've ever been to, with people doing all sorts of crazy things.

Using than with comparative “crazier”

When using the comparative form crazier to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "His behavior is crazier than hers." Here, than is used to show that the level of craziness in 'his' behavior is greater than the level of craziness in 'hers'.

How can I use this expression in context?

“crazier” and “craziest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Behavior

    His actions became crazier as time went on.

    His actions became crazier as time went on.

  • 2Ideas

    Her theories became crazier and more nonsensical as the conversation continued.

    Her theories became crazier and more nonsensical as the conversation continued.

  • 3Parties

    The atmosphere at the party got crazier as the night went on, with people engaging in wild and unpredictable behavior.

    The atmosphere at the party got crazier as the night went on, with people engaging in wild and unpredictable behavior.

  • 4Contestants

    Among all the participants, he was the craziest.

    Among all the participants, he was the craziest.

  • 5Experiences

    The roller coaster ride was the craziest experience of her life.

    The roller coaster ride was the craziest experience of her life.

Related idioms and phrases

Drive someone crazy

To make someone feel irritated, frustrated, or insane.

Example

Her constant nagging was starting to drive him crazy.

Mad as a hatter

To be completely insane or crazy.

Example

After spending years alone in the wilderness, he came back mad as a hatter.

Out of one's mind

To be insane or mentally unstable.

Example

After the accident, she was out of her mind with grief.

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