What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cuckoo
Example
I woke up to the sound of a cuckoo outside my window. [cuckoo: noun]
Example
He's gone completely cuckoo if he thinks he can fly without wings. [cuckoo: adjective]
madman
Example
The madman was taken to the hospital for treatment. [madman: noun]
Example
He went madman on the dance floor, spinning and jumping wildly. [madman: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Madman is more commonly used than cuckoo in everyday language, especially in more formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cuckoo and madman?
Madman is generally considered more formal than cuckoo, although both words can be used in informal settings depending on the context.
