Bemaddens

/bɪˈmædənz/ verb

Definition

Third-person singular present tense of bemadden; to cause someone to become mad or furious.

Etymology

From 'be-' + 'madden' + '-s' (third person singular). Standard verb conjugation combining the intensive prefix with a causative action.

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