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Meaning of loony
The primary meaning of the word "loony" refers to someone or something that is considered crazy, insane, or foolish.
Etymology of loony
The word "loony" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the word "lunatic," which refers to someone who is considered insane or crazy
The term is often associated with the idea of being "moonstruck," or under the influence of the moon, which was once believed to have an effect on a person's mental state
Synonyms
crazy
insane
mad
foolish
silly
ridiculous
absurd
preposterous
laughable
comical
humorous
demented
deranged
unhinged
psychotic
neurotic
eccentric
bizarre
odd
quirky
peculiar
strange
weird
zany
wacky
crackpot
lunatic
maniacal
frantic
frenzied
hysterical
irrational
illogical
unreasonable
unbalanced
unstable
erratic
wild
uncontrolled
unrestrained
frantic
frenetic
Definitions
- Informal: used to describe someone or something that is considered crazy, insane, or foolish
- Informal: used to describe someone who is considered extremely enthusiastic or excited about something
Usage Examples
- The loony neighbor was known for his outrageous parties and antics
- The new policy is loony and will never work in practice
- She's a loony fan of the rock band and has attended every one of their concerts
Antonyms
sane
rational
reasonable
logical
balanced
stable
calm
composed
sensible
prudent
wise
intelligent
astute
discerning
perceptive
lucid
clear-headed
level-headed
sober
serious
solemn
subdued
restrained
controlled
moderate
measured
cautious
careful
thoughtful
reflective