What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nutty
Example
She has a nutty personality, always doing something unexpected. [nutty: adjective]
Example
This cake has a nutty flavor because of the almonds. [nutty: adjective]
Example
The plot of the movie was so nutty, I couldn't follow it. [nutty: adjective]
mad
Example
He was mad at his boss for not giving him a raise. [mad: adjective]
Example
The idea of jumping out of a plane without a parachute is mad. [mad: adjective]
Example
It makes me mad when people don't clean up after themselves. [mad: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mad is more commonly used than nutty in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nutty and mad?
Mad is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while nutty is more informal and casual.
