adjective
General Slang
Bonkers
/ˈbɒŋkəz/ · adjective · informal
Crazy, mad, or wildly over the top — in a fun way.
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Definitions
1
Wild, chaotic, or hard to believe.
“The price of houses round here is bonkers.”
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2
Eccentric or delightfully odd.
“Her sense of humour is completely bonkers.”
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3
Mad or crazy, usually lightheartedly.
“You're bonkers if you swim in that cold water.”
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Bonkers In A Sentence
This weather is bonkers, snow in April?
The plot twist was absolutely bonkers, loved it.
Going bonkers stuck inside all week.
Origin & Usage
British slang of uncertain origin from the early-to-mid 20th century, possibly from 'bonk' (a knock on the head). 'Stark raving bonkers' became a fixed phrase.
People Also Ask
What does bonkers mean?
It means crazy or mad, usually in a playful, over-the-top way rather than a clinical one.
Is bonkers offensive?
No, it's lighthearted and harmless, commonly used to mean wild or unbelievable.
Can bonkers describe a situation?
Yes — 'the prices are bonkers' or 'it was bonkers in town' both work to mean wild or chaotic.
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