insanity. 1  the condition of being insane; a derangement of the mind. 2  Law. 3  Psychiatry. 4  extreme foolishness; folly; senselessness; foolhardiness: Trying to drive through that traffic would be pure insanity. a foolish or senseless action, policy, statement, etc.: We've heard decades of insanities in our political discourse.
French fashion. France is a leading country in the fashion design industry, along with Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan and the United States. Fashion is an important part of the country's cultural life and society, and the French are well known for their good taste in fashion.
I lived in France for a year. Many French women put a great deal of time and energy into their appearance. They can spend hours on personal grooming -- hair, nails, less is more make-up -- and deciding what to wear. Even when they dress casually, French women give their clothing a great deal of thought.