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Meaning of Paranoid

Feeling extreme fear or suspicion about something or someone.

In simple words: Feeling very worried or afraid about something that may happen.

Paranoid in a sentence

  • After the incident, he became increasingly paranoid about his safety.
  • She felt paranoid when everyone seemed to be whispering nearby.
  • His paranoid thoughts made it hard for him to trust anyone.
  • The film depicts a paranoid character who suspects everyone around him.
  • Sometimes, being overly paranoid can lead to isolation from friends.

How to use Paranoid

Used to describe someone who feels excessively anxious or suspicious. More informal contexts may describe mild worry, while formal uses typically refer to serious conditions.

Grammar pattern

be + paranoid

Memory hint

Think 'pair of noids'; imagine two worried people looking around suspiciously.

Related words

Collocations with Paranoid

  • paranoid thoughts
  • paranoid behavior
  • paranoid delusions
  • feeling paranoid
  • become paranoid

Synonyms for Paranoid

Opposites of Paranoid

Common mistakes with Paranoid

  • Confusing paranoid with just feeling anxious or worried.
  • Using paranoid to describe normal caution instead of excessive suspicion.
  • Saying 'paranoia' when they mean 'paranoid' incorrectly.

Compare Paranoid with Suspicious, Anxious, Wary

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Frequently asked questions about Paranoid

What does Paranoid mean?

Feeling very worried or afraid about something that may happen.

What is the definition of Paranoid?

Feeling extreme fear or suspicion about something or someone.

How do you use Paranoid in a sentence?

After the incident, he became increasingly paranoid about his safety.

Can you give another example of Paranoid?

She felt paranoid when everyone seemed to be whispering nearby.

What are synonyms for Paranoid?

Common alternatives include suspicious, anxious, distrustful, apprehensive, wary.

What is the opposite of Paranoid?

Opposite meanings include trusting, calm, confident.

What words go with Paranoid?

It commonly pairs with paranoid thoughts, paranoid behavior, paranoid delusions, feeling paranoid, become paranoid.

What are common mistakes when using Paranoid?

Confusing paranoid with just feeling anxious or worried. Using paranoid to describe normal caution instead of excessive suspicion. Saying 'paranoia' when they mean 'paranoid' incorrectly.

How do you pronounce Paranoid?

US: //ˈpɛr.ə.nɔɪd//, UK: //ˈpær.ən.ɔɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Paranoid?

Used to describe someone who feels excessively anxious or suspicious. More informal contexts may describe mild worry, while formal uses typically refer to serious conditions.