noun a person who is considered crazy or mentally unstable
Applied to politicians or public figures whose behavior or beliefs are considered extreme or outlandish.
Used to describe someone who exhibits unusual or irrational behavior, often associated with mental illness.
Refers to individuals who may pose a threat to society due to their erratic or dangerous behavior.
Used as a derogatory term to dismiss someone's opinions or actions as irrational or nonsensical.
Commonly used in tabloid journalism or gossip columns to sensationalize stories about eccentric or controversial figures.
In a professional setting, a writer may use the term 'wack job' to describe a character in a story who is eccentric or mentally unstable.
A psychologist may use the term 'wack job' informally to refer to a patient exhibiting bizarre or irrational behavior.