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insane asylum

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Word: Insane Asylum

Definition: An "insane asylum" is a place where people who are mentally ill or have serious mental health issues are cared for. It is a type of hospital specifically designed to help these individuals. The term is a bit old-fashioned and is not commonly used today; more modern terms include "mental health facility" or "psychiatric hospital."

Usage Instructions:
  • Context: Use "insane asylum" when discussing historical contexts or older literature. In modern conversations, prefer terms like "mental health facility" or "psychiatric hospital."
  • Formality: The term is generally considered formal and can be sensitive, so be cautious when using it.
Examples:
  • Basic Example: "In the past, many people with mental illnesses were sent to insane asylums for treatment."
  • Advanced Example: "The portrayal of insane asylums in films often reflects societal attitudes towards mental health in the early 20th century."
Word Variants:
  • Asylum: This can refer to a safe place or refuge, not just for mental health but also for political or social safety.
  • Insanity: Related to the state of being seriously mentally ill.
Different Meanings:
  • Asylum (general): Can mean a refuge for those seeking safety, such as political asylum for refugees.
Synonyms:
  • Mental health facility
  • Psychiatric hospital
  • Mental institution
  • Behavioral health center
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "Out of one's mind": This idiom means to be mentally disturbed or to behave in a crazy way.
    • Example: "After working all night, I felt like I was out of my mind."
  • "Lose one's mind": To become very confused or to become mentally unstable.
    • Example: "She thought she would lose her mind trying to manage everything at once."
Summary:

The term "insane asylum" refers to a historical type of hospital for those with serious mental health issues.

Noun
  1. a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person

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