DOTTINESS Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

dottiness

noun

Definition of dottiness

as in insanity

lack of good sense or judgment the irrepressible dottiness of her aunt was actually rather endearing

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Noun

Descano’s side went along with his insanity defense after approving a mental health evaluation by psychologist Eric Drogin, court records show.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 21 Sep. 2026
Eleven of the 12 jurors accepted the defense’s argument that Clancy had acute postpartum psychosis and should be found not guilty by reason of insanity.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of insanity

Noun

Black Beans and Sausage The simplicity of this dish allows the true flavors of each ingredient to shine through, meaning the earthy black beans won’t get lost in translation, even when paired with smoky sausage.

— Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
Ebicos Those who don't mind a permanent camper installation might prefer the simplicity of the Happy Dreamer Electric, which deploys and retracts with a single push of a button.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of simplicity

Noun

And with those road destinations, there’s plenty of room for late-season winter weather wackiness.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 13 May 2026
These flashes of melancholy or yearning give the record complexity and depth, as well as stopping it from devolving into wackiness.

— Alastair Shuttleworth, Pitchfork, 2 May 2026

Definition of wackiness

Noun

Adding to the mind-blowing zaniness of the piece?

— Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
As was the case in the first season as well, the finale escalates to a place of thrilling zaniness, with a little less ultimate emotional gravitas this time around.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026

Definition of zaniness

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