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psychotic

[saɪˈkɒtɪk]

psychotic Definition

relating to or denoting a mental illness characterized by symptoms, such as delusions or hallucinations, indicating impaired contact with reality.

Using psychotic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "psychotic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was diagnosed with psychotic depression.

  • Example

    The patient was experiencing psychotic symptoms such as hearing voices.

  • Example

    The killer was found to be psychotic and was sent to a mental institution.

  • Example

    The drug can cause psychotic episodes in some people.

psychotic Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for psychotic

Antonyms for psychotic

Phrases with psychotic

  • a sudden and severe onset of psychotic symptoms that may include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech or behavior, and other symptoms

    Example

    After the traumatic event, he had a psychotic break and was hospitalized.

  • a period of time during which a person experiences symptoms of psychosis, such as delusions or hallucinations

    Example

    She had a psychotic episode and was taken to the hospital for treatment.

  • a mental disorder characterized by symptoms of psychosis, such as delusions or hallucinations

    Example

    Schizophrenia is a type of psychotic disorder.

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Summary: psychotic in Brief

The term 'psychotic' [saɪˈkɒtɪk] refers to a mental illness characterized by symptoms such as delusions or hallucinations, indicating impaired contact with reality. It is often associated with phrases like 'psychotic break,' 'psychotic episode,' and 'psychotic disorder.' The adjective 'psychotic' is used to describe individuals who exhibit these symptoms, as in 'The killer was found to be psychotic and was sent to a mental institution.'

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