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bananas
/bəˈnɑːnəz/
When used as a noun, the word is a neutral descriptor for a common fruit. It carries no emotional weight beyond its physical properties.
As an adjective, the word shifts into a highly informal, colloquial register. It describes a state of chaotic energy or mental instability, often suggesting a loss of control. It is typically used in lighthearted or hyperbolic contexts rather than to describe clinical insanity.
Countable when referring to the individual pieces of fruit.
💬Casual Conversation
David just asked for the deck by 5pm. This place is bananas.
I'm literally about to clock out. He's totally lost it.
Meanings
Examples
I usually eat two bananas for breakfast to keep me full.
The kids went bananas when they saw the pile of presents under the tree.
I can't believe he wants to quit his job without a backup plan. He is totally bananas.
The fans went bananas after the underdog scored the winning goal.
I should probably buy some bananas for the smoothie tomorrow.
The stock market is going bananas right now with all these sudden price swings.
Collocations & Compounds
bunch of bananas
Noun collocation: a group of bananas attached to a single stem
go bananas
Verb collocation: to become extremely excited, angry, or crazy