paranoid

//ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd//
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Adjective

paranoidCanonical form
more paranoidComparative
most paranoidSuperlative
1

Characterized by or suffering from irrational suspicion or distrust of others.

She became paranoid and thought everyone was talking about her behind her back.

2

Relating to or affected by paranoia as a mental disorder.

The patient was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia.

Noun

1

A person who suffers from paranoia or exhibits paranoid behavior.

He was labeled a paranoid by his colleagues because he always suspected others of plotting against him.