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Lunacy

Verb / ˈlu:nʌsi: / Another word for lunacy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'lunacy' is the state of being mentally ill, especially to the point of being unable to function in a rational or normal manner.

Synonyms & similar words

craziness folly foolery madness insaneness indulgence tomfoolery madness insanity craziness frenzy derangement aberration disturbance delirium mania unreasonableness folly dementia psychosis imbecility irrationality nonsense unhingedness unbalance

Example sentences

  1. 1. His actions were an example of complete lunacy.
  2. 2. Some people believe that talking to animals is a sign of lunacy.
  3. 3. The idea of jumping off a cliff without a parachute is pure lunacy.
  4. 4. The man's lunacy became evident after he started wearing a tinfoil hat.
  5. 5. The court declared him unfit to stand trial due to his lunacy.

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