crackbrain

noun

ˈkrak-ˌbrān How to pronounce crackbrain (audio)
Definition of crackbrainnext
as in eccentric
a person of odd or whimsical habits a crackbrain who wore bedroom slippers to the grocery shop

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crackbrain
  1. eccentric
  2. character
  3. head case
  4. original
  5. odd duck
  6. nut
  7. crank
  8. flake
Noun
  • The immature eccentric initially has no plans to head back to the States, until Christy convinces him to stand tall and fight.
    — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Step inside, though, and you’re transported to a bucolic Britain of rolling hills and village greens, bumbling eccentrics and cute, clever farm animals.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of eccentric
Noun
  • It was approved by voters into the county charter in 2004 in an effort to preserve the area’s rural character and prevent high-density sprawl from stretching toward the Brevard County line.
    — Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • These private, elevated spaces so intrinsic to the character of the property will remain closed to the public while management seeks a practical solution.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of character
Noun
  • My question is, with what AB did to the Raiders, Why would Gruden/Mayock want to take another head case like Jalen Ramsey?
    — Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 20 Sep. 2019
  • Whiteside has a reputation of being a bit of a head case, and also, in need of motivation.
    — oregonlive.com, oregonlive.com, 1 July 2019
Definition of head case
Noun
  • In 2021, the women’s 501 ’90s debuted with a looser, roomier leg and a mid-rise waist, offering a relaxed take on the original that has become a modern classic in its own right.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The test isn’t whether the backup looks exactly like the original.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of original
Noun
  • While Annie seemed like the odd duck out, her closest, idol-holding ally Alex seemed to be considering Sophi as his target, with the goal of taking out his bromance Jake’s other bestie.
    — Nick Caruso, TVLine, 2 Oct. 2025
  • The Incredible Hulk' (2008) Before ultimately being replaced in other movies by Mark Ruffalo, Edward Norton starred as scientist Bruce Banner in this odd duck from the nascent MCU.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 25 July 2025
Definition of odd duck
Noun
  • Cook, stirring often, until butter browns and nuts have slightly darkened, 6–8 minutes.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Our server was effusive in her congratulations and attention, especially to my husband’s nut aversion.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of nut
Noun
  • Despite being a weird device with a black-and-white screen and a crank jutting out the side, the Playdate has managed to cultivate a strong and constantly growing library of games.
    — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Many spent their days suspended from steel cables, raised and lowered along the mountainside by hand cranks.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of crank
Noun
  • The marinade combines tamarind purée, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin, with extra glaze brushed on for maximum flavor and char.
    — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Additionally, using a toothbrush and a little dish detergent can help remove oils and skin flakes.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of flake
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