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. nut
  6. crank
  7. flake
  8. weirdo
Noun
  • With its loose ends and digressions, Dream Me a Dream stays true to those idiosyncratic instincts while retaining enough of the welcoming glow of Dance of Love to make this an affecting farewell from an endearing eccentric.
    — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 22 June 2026
  • The eccentric cuz is quick to try and help Bobby solve problems, which often gets him into trouble, but ultimately pushes him out of his shell.
    — Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 20 June 2026
Definition of eccentric
Noun
  • Each will showcase original works from more than 30 artists reimagining iconic moments, characters and worlds from Sonic’s history, alongside artwork from SEGA’s archives.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 8 July 2026
  • Thorpe’s characters are so specific, their balance of prickliness and kindness and quirk so delicate, that one wrong casting choice could ruin the whole viewing experience.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 8 July 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
  • Released at Watches and Wonders in April, the latest iteration retains the original’s 39 mm steel case, but has a few important technical and aesthetic upgrades.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 July 2026
  • Now the game’s future is looking decidedly brighter and many more players of the original may be tempted to give the sequel a second chance.
    — Barry Collins, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of original
Noun
  • One bill in particular would provide the USDA with $5 billion to help deliver economic assistance to specialty crop producers, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and horticultural crops.
    — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • That is where high-protein snacks like cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, jerky, nuts and shakes come in.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
Definition of nut
Noun
  • The crank makes opening and closing easy, and the cloth is UV-resistant and waterproof.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
  • Remember, Slate’s promising something with no screens and crank windows; even Ford’s fairly spartan Maverick pickup has that spec sheet handily beat.
    — Byron Hurd, The Drive, 24 June 2026
Definition of crank
Noun
  • The salicylic acid helps gently remove flakes while relieving any irritation and itchy feelings.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • While Garcia runs a steady takeout business, there are a handful of tables inside, with chili flakes in shakers and rolls of paper towel for napkins.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of flake
Noun
  • By the early 1990s, Eugene had earned itself a reputation as a beacon of progressive-minded irreverence, drawing a pungent mix of weirdos, iconoclasts, and freethinkers.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 July 2026
  • Generation after generation of cretins and weirdos become Ramones lovers.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 July 2026
Definition of weirdo
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