What does LOONY mean?

Loony Parts of Speech:

Adjective, noun

Definitions:

1. (adj.) crazy or mentally ill; 2. (n.) a crazy or foolish person

Pronunciations:

US: /ˈluːni/; UK: /ˈluːni/

Origin and Usage:

The word "loony" is believed to have originated from the word "lunatic," which was used to describe someone who was mentally ill or insane. The word "loony" has been used since the late 19th century to describe someone who is crazy or foolish. It is often used in a derogatory way to insult someones intelligence or sanity.

Synonyms:

1. (adj.) crazy, insane, mad, deranged, unhinged; 2. (n.) lunatic, madman, nutcase, crackpot, kook

Related Words:

1. crazy; 2. silly; 3. wacky; 4. nutty; 5. zany

Example Sentences:

1. Shes acting like a loony person lately. (adj.)

2. Don listen to him, hes a complete loony. (n.)