as in paranoid
having or showing a very nervous or disordered state of mind
Her neurotic tendencies tend to manifest in her obsessive need for cleanliness. Our dog is a bit neurotic; she tends to panic around strangers.
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Recent Examples of neurotic
Here are some presents for those delightfully neurotic people in your life, the ones who keep their kitchens as organized as the pros in restaurants.
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Emily Johnson, Bon Appétit, 5 Dec. 2024
Due to childhood lead poisoning, the research suggests that Americans, overall, are less conscientious and more neurotic.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
In the markets, investors who are more open and neurotic gain higher returns compared to the market benchmark.
—Dave Winsborough, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
On the fourth green, DeChambeau studied a 3-foot, 3-inch putt with his typical neurotic exactness.
—Brendan Quinn, The Athletic, 18 July 2024
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Emily Johnson, Bon Appétit, 5 Dec. 2024
Due to childhood lead poisoning, the research suggests that Americans, overall, are less conscientious and more neurotic.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
In the markets, investors who are more open and neurotic gain higher returns compared to the market benchmark.
—Dave Winsborough, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
On the fourth green, DeChambeau studied a 3-foot, 3-inch putt with his typical neurotic exactness.
—Brendan Quinn, The Athletic, 18 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neurotic
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Dominic López Producers: Kelsey Gunn, Dominic López, Nicholas Anthony Reid A paranoid germaphobe escalates his desperate attempts to rid himself of a virus—until his fear leads him to a tragic decision.Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 19 Dec. 2024
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In this paranoid techno–thriller, Sara must prove her dreams are not a reality in order to escape.Shannon Carlin, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
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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
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Shoes for Deep Snow With protective booties that seal out moisture and major traction that grips even in unstable terrain, these shoes are ready for winter fun.Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
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For businesses, relying on open-source components without proper vetting is like building a house on unstable foundations.Steve Wilson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Rather than being concerned that Musk has too much influence over the president-elect, Jayapal should be worried about who’s making decisions for the current president.Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
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Gift recipients are much less worried about when the gift arrives.Rebecca Walker Reczek, Cory Haltman, CBS News, 25 Dec. 2024
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The horror sequel centers on pop star and drug addict Skye Riley (Naomi Scott), who's anxious about a comeback tour and visits her dealer for pills.Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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His words speak to an anxious, ongoing need not just to entertain, but to distract, to overact, to keep the audience unmoored, all in an effort to hide deep and intractable feelings of inadequacy.Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2024
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That could be especially helpful for passengers who are nervous about being on a ship.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Others may be nervous about overusing sanctions, as Steven Mnuchin, the treasury secretary in Trump’s first administration, was.Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
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Anfield was growing restless, with a succession of aimless crosses being slung into the penalty area.James Pearce, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
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Then there are the polymaths, restless and curious explorers who move between sectors and organizations.Ann Kirschner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Neurotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neurotic. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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