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Definition of «lunatic»

The term lunatic refers to a person who is considered mentally ill or insane. It originates from the belief that mental disorders were caused by the phases and positions of the moon, which was known as "luna" in ancient times. The term has since been used colloquially to describe someone who behaves irrationally or erratically.

Usage examples

  1. John was acting like a lunatic at the party, shouting and dancing uncontrollably.
  2. The lunatic driver was speeding and zigzagging through traffic, endangering everyone on the road.
  3. The patients in the psychiatric ward were considered lunatics by society due to their unpredictable behavior.
  4. The politician's outrageous statements during the debate made him appear like a lunatic.
  5. The horror movie featured a deranged lunatic who terrorized a small town.
  6. Sarah's sudden outburst of laughter and tears during the meeting made her colleagues think she was a lunatic.
  7. The lunatic conspiracy theories spread by the internet trolls gained a surprisingly large following.
  8. The historical figure was often called a lunatic due to his eccentric and unconventional ideas.
  9. The journalist's provocative article labeled the protesters as a lunatic fringe, criticizing their radical views.
  10. The teacher's frustration with the misbehaving students led her to scream at them like a lunatic.

Phrases with «lunatic»

Sentences with «lunatic»

  • The paperback and e-book versions of Lunatic Fringe are now available for preorder! (talesofthepack.com)
  • The movie makes them look like lunatics who are bound by jealously and insecurities that these heroes were meant to repel throughout the history of their portrayal in the comic books. (fraghero.com)
  • Just becuae a bunch of lunatics who call themselves muslims commit crimes in the name of religion, DOES NOT make Islam bad. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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