Paranoid

/ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person suffering from paranoia.

The paranoid in the story was convinced that aliens were communicating with him.

adjective

Having an unreasonable feeling that people are trying to harm you.

She became paranoid after hearing rumors about her coworkers conspiring against her.

Characterized by extreme or irrational fear or distrust of others.

His paranoid thoughts made it difficult for him to trust anyone.

Relating to paranoia or a mental condition marked by delusions of persecution.

The paranoid delusions led him to believe that he was constantly being watched.

Derived from the Greek 'paranoia', meaning 'madness'.

paranoid delusions

False beliefs held despite evidence to the contrary.

paranoid thinking

A pattern of thought characterized by suspicion and fear.

feeling paranoid

Experiencing thoughts of distrust or fear without basis.

paranoia

An irrational and persistent feeling that one is being persecuted.

schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality.

suspicion

A feeling or belief that someone is guilty of an illicit act.

Seeing threats where there are none.

He's so paranoid, he thinks his phone is bugged.

Being excessively worried or anxious.

Don't be paranoid about the small things, just relax.