Meaning & Definition of word "Schizophrenic"

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    Schizophrenic

    /ˌskɪtsəˈfrɛnɪk/

    noun:

    • 1. a person who has schizophrenia.
      • Example: Many misconceptions surround the lives of schizophrenics, often leading to stigma.
    • 2. anyone exhibiting extreme behavior or divided thought processes.
      • Example: In the story, the protagonist is portrayed as a schizophrenic, struggling to reconcile different aspects of his life.

    adjective:

    • 1. of or relating to schizophrenia, a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown in the relation between thought, emotion, and behavior.
      • Example: The patient exhibited many schizophrenic symptoms, including hallucinations and disorganized thinking.
    • 2. characterized by conflicting or contradictory elements.
      • Example: The company's schizophrenic approach to marketing led to confusion among consumers.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'schizo' meaning split and 'phrenia' meaning mind.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    schizophrenic episode:

    A period of time during which an individual experiences symptoms of schizophrenia.

    schizophrenic break:

    A sudden onset of severe symptoms, often leading to a loss of touch with reality.

    Related Words

    schizophrenia:

    A mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and other cognitive difficulties.

    psychosis:

    A mental health condition that causes thoughts and emotions to be so impaired that contact is lost with external reality.

    Slang Meanings of schizophrenic

    Meaning: Schizo

    Example Sentence: He’s acting really schizo today; I can’t keep up with his thoughts.

    Meaning: Split brain

    Example Sentence: She joked about having a split brain during her chaotic day.