Learn how to use the comparative “more insane” and superlative “most insane” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “insane”?

The comparative form of “insane” is “more insane”.

Example

The roller coaster ride was more insane than I expected.

Example

His actions were more insane than anyone could have imagined.

What is the superlative form of “insane”?

The superlative form of “insane” is “most insane”.

Example

That was the most insane thing I've ever seen.

Example

The horror movie was the most insane film I've watched.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "insane" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more insane" and "most insane" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of irrationality or madness.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Insane" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more insane”

crazier

Used to describe something that is even more irrational or illogical.

Example

His ideas are crazier than mine.

more deranged

Used to indicate that someone's behavior is even more mentally disturbed or unstable.

Example

Her actions became more deranged as time went on.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most insane”

craziest

Used to describe something that is the most irrational or illogical.

Example

That was the craziest decision I've ever heard.

most deranged

Used to indicate that someone's behavior is the most mentally disturbed or unstable.

Example

His actions were the most deranged I've witnessed.

Using than with comparative “more insane”

When using the comparative form "more insane" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The roller coaster ride was more insane than I expected." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of insanity in the roller coaster ride was higher than the expected level.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more insane” and “most insane” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Actions

  His behavior became more insane as time went on.

  His behavior became more insane as time went on.

• 2. Situations

  The situation was the most insane I've ever been in.

  The situation was the most insane I've ever been in.

• 3. Ideas

  His theories are crazier than mine.

  His theories are crazier than mine.

• 4. Events

  The concert was the most insane experience of my life.

  The concert was the most insane experience of my life.

Related idioms and phrases

Off one's rocker

To be crazy or mentally unstable.

Example

I think he's completely off his rocker.

Mad as a hatter

To be completely insane or crazy.

Example

After the accident, he went mad as a hatter.