as in insanity
lack of good sense or judgment
what world-class wackiness made you think this was a good idea?
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also whacky
1
as in bizarre
different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion
raised by an uncle with a rather wacky philosophy of parenting
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2
as in psychotic
having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind
a series of bizarre letters that the killer sent to the police, detailing his wacky, disturbed view of the world
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as in silly
showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment
one club member whose wacky ideas for fund-raisers usually produced groans
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Recent Examples of wackiness
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 May 2025
If only 8-year-old Katelyn, golfing in the platform Converse and wacky socks, could see herself now.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 27 May 2025
Logitech Brio 500 for $130: This webcam has wacky adjustment.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 23 May 2025
So forget about any wacky trade ideas that would deliver Durant or Giannis Antetokounmpo to Cleveland.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Adjective
For Chalamet, the memory of his run of Bob Dylan cosplay for the A Complete Unknown press tour still lingers, but he’s found the rhythm again with his wacky, colorful take on streetwear, caps, and subversive outerwear.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 May 2025
If only 8-year-old Katelyn, golfing in the platform Converse and wacky socks, could see herself now.
—Mirjam Swanson, Oc Register, 27 May 2025
Logitech Brio 500 for $130: This webcam has wacky adjustment.
—Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 23 May 2025
So forget about any wacky trade ideas that would deliver Durant or Giannis Antetokounmpo to Cleveland.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wackiness
Noun
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Sending yet another one back to City Hall would be the definition of insanity.—
Whitney Tilson,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
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Alissa pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, but he was found competent to stand trial in 2023 after spending time at a mental hospital.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The bizarre blackouts are first explained with a bizarre hit-and-run that shook Larkin months earlier.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
8 June 2025
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But much of the discussion after the San Francisco Giants' 5-4 victory centered around a bizarre moment in the fourth inning.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The counselor also told police Trotman had had a previous psychotic break in which he was found wandering the woods.—
Peter Hermann,
Washington Post,
7 Feb. 2023
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Lewis prescribed Price anti-psychotic medication after a mental health referral Sept. 1.—
Thomas Saccente,
Arkansas Online,
17 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Alas, during one night siege (silly enough to not scare the little ones, even as the entire village repeatedly goes up in flames), Hiccup aims his weapon at the shape of a Night Fury (no one, we’re told repeatedly, as ever really seen one), shoots, and … what!—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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Still, sometimes Forrest’s demands seemed nitpicky, silly even.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2025
Noun
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As Scott stumbles through a chaotic weekend, Neil proves a ride-or-die friend who may be the only sane voice in the madness of wedding season.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 May 2025
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Once again, the film is about the anguish of losing a loved one and the the desire to connect with the dead one more time, the annihilating madness of grief driving a person to unspeakable ends.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The general public quickly soured to the idea of the eccentric CEO playing a key role in the administration.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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After establishing the eccentric lawyer’s journey into crimefighting, Elsbeth was able to build upon that foundation in season 2.—
Alamin Yohannes,
EW.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon which is characterized by feelings of energy depletion, increased mental distance from one's job, and reduced professional efficacy.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Conduct an internal discovery and simplicity audit.—
Deanna Laster,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
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While a game like No Man's Sky, with its procedural generation and ambition, might be more stunning, there's something uniquely charming and satisfying about the simplicity of Astroneer.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
7 June 2025
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“Wackiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wackiness. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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