nuttiness

noun

Definition of nuttinessnext
as in insanity
lack of good sense or judgment the plan worked despite its sheer nuttiness

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Recent Examples of nuttiness Bread flour provides structure, while a little whole wheat flour adds a subtle nuttiness. — Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Aug. 2026 The lemon gives it plenty of punch and brightness, and the almonds add a subtle nuttiness and some heft. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026 Smoky bacon lends irresistible savory notes, complemented by roasted sunflower kernels for an extra layer of nuttiness. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 29 July 2026 There’s something to be said for light, briny fish instead of fatty deli meat, as well as the fresh herbs and nuttiness of pecorino. — Jenny Adams, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 Sherry makes its presence known throughout, adding a different type of nuttiness—perhaps walnut oil is more appropriate. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 There was Greg Norman’s militant nuttiness. — Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026 Toss almonds into smoothies to add nuttiness and a creamier texture. — Jillian Kubala, Health, 22 Apr. 2026 Previte incorporates za’atar into her version of chile crisp, so the creamy whoosh of savory yogurt and precisely cooked eggs meets heat with a bonus jolt of herbal-nuttiness. — Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuttiness
  1. insanity
  2. madness
  3. simplicity
  4. absurdity
  5. craziness
  6. wackiness
Noun
  • The law revised Kentucky’s insanity defense and mandatory reentry supervision rules in response to issues raised by Exantus’ case.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • If certain compounds could seemingly induce the symptoms of insanity, then perhaps insanity was a result of faulty brain chemistry—and could thus be treated with psychiatric drugs.
    — Kimon de Greef, Longreads, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of insanity
Noun
  • The morning of the wedding could be spent escaping the madness for a moment of peace among the trees, or arranging a pre-wedding morning coffee overlooking the estate.
    — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Back in King’s Landing, Rhaenyra comes to find that her prisoner Helaena has taken her own life but left a parting gift for the queen that foreshadows a potential prophecy of Rhaenyra’s path towards madness.
    — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of madness
Noun
  • Listing just seven items on the menu, Sehzade Cag Kebap impresses with simplicity, outstanding flavors, and efficient service.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026
  • The trending eye shadow aesthetics have evolved since then, and simplicity is reigning in its place.
    — Elle Turner, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of simplicity
Noun
  • Pluribus blends grief, absurdity and deep human truths, as Carol does battle with not only the hive-minded ‘others’ who suddenly share all the world’s knowledge and memories, but also with her own isolation.
    — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
  • This game, and this series, is a microcosm of the absurdities of online baseball discussion.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of absurdity
Noun
  • And there’s plenty more moving yet outrageous craziness to come.
    — Alex Ritman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, 1982 Before the kids, the craziness and the reality show, the head-over-heels Brits tied the knot in Maui, Hawaii.
    — Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of craziness
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

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“Nuttiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuttiness. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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