Crazy Similes
3 classic and creative similes for Crazy - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
Frequently asked
What does "as crazy as" mean?
"As crazy as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as crazy as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of crazyness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as crazy as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 3 similes for Crazy. Common ones include "As crazy as a loon" and "As mad as a sleeping bag full of badgers". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "crazy" simile in writing?
Use a "crazy" simile when you want the reader to feel crazyness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.