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berserk

The correct spelling is berserk.

How to pronounce berserk

/bə(ɹ)ˈzɜː(ɹ)k/
noun

IPA: /bə(ɹ)ˈzɜː(ɹ)k/

Say it like: Ber-ser-k

The correct spelling is berserk. A crazed Norse warrior who fought in a frenzy; a berserker. For example: "After seeing his sister stabbed to death, he went berserk and attacked the killer like a wild animal."

Usage Examples

After seeing his sister stabbed to death, he went berserk and attacked the killer like a wild animal.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A crazed Norse warrior who fought in a frenzy; a berserker.

adjective

  1. 1.Injuriously, maniacally, or furiously violent or out of control.
  2. 2.Weird; bizarre.

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