madden
v. C1 Advanced US //ˈmædən// UK //mˈædən// mad·den
v. to make someone feel very angry or annoyed. You use this when a situation drives a person to the edge of their patience.
v. to cause extreme irritation or anger in someone. Transitive; typically takes a direct object referring to a person.
The constant noise began to madden him.
The endless delays and poor service madden the customers waiting in line.
The protagonist's internal monologue reveals how the city's chaotic energy madden those who crave silence and order.
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.