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Paranoia
Definition
Paranoia is a mental condition where a person is extremely fearful and suspicious of others.
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Common collocations
- paranoid delusion
- paranoid thoughts
- paranoid state
- paranoid schizophrenia
- paranoid ideation
- paranoid behavior
- intense paranoia
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Usage note
Paranoia refers to the irrational and persistent feeling that one is being persecuted or is in danger. It is often associated with mental health conditions but can also describe extreme suspicion in everyday contexts.
Example sentences
- His paranoia got the best of him and he started accusing his friends of stealing his things.
- She has a paranoia of germs and washes her hands constantly.
- The man's paranoia made it difficult for him to form relationships.
- The CEO's paranoia led him to install cameras in every corner of the office.
- The politician's paranoia caused him to believe that everyone was out to get him.
Quotes
'Paranoia is just another mask for ignorance.' - Hunter S. Thompson
'I don't have any paranoia about being typecast.' - Eric Stonestreet
'Paranoia is the delusion that your enemies are organized.' - William S. Burroughs
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