noun a crazy or mentally unstable person
adjective crazy or mentally unstable
Referring to someone who exhibits irrational behavior or beliefs
Used colloquially to mean crazy or insane
Describing a person with eccentric or unusual thoughts or actions
Commonly used in the UK to mean eccentric or slightly mad
In literature, the term 'loony' may be used to describe a character who is eccentric or mentally unstable.
Psychologists may use the term 'loony' informally to describe someone who exhibits irrational or bizarre behavior.
Journalists may use the term 'loony' in a colloquial sense to describe a person or situation that is absurd or nonsensical.
Comedians may use the term 'loony' humorously to describe someone who is silly or outlandish in their behavior.
Actors may use the term 'loony' to portray a character who is mentally unstable or eccentric in a performance.