psychotic

//saɪˈkɒtɪk//
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Adjective

psychoticCanonical form
more psychoticComparative
most psychoticSuperlative
1

Relating to, denoting, or suffering from a severe mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality, often involving delusions or hallucinations.

The patient experienced psychotic episodes that included vivid hallucinations.

2

(Informal) Extremely irrational, unpredictable, or disturbed in behavior.

The traffic in this city is absolutely psychotic during rush hour.

Noun

1

A person suffering from psychosis or a psychotic disorder.

The hospital has a special ward for psychotics.

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