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demented definition

de·mented (dē ment′id, di-)

adjective

mentally deranged; insane; mad

Etymology: pp. of dement

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demented Synonyms

demented

modif.

crazy, deranged, bemused, unbalanced; see insane 1.


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demented Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • patient: In addition, the severely demented patients spent less time exposed to bright light.

Modifying Another Word

  • severely: In addition, the severely demented patients spent less time exposed to bright light.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: As the affected individual becomes more demented, less mobile and more physically disabled, they require increasing support and basic care.
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