paranoid
1 of 2adjective/ˈpɛ.rə.ˌnɔɪd/
Forms:more paranoid,most paranoid
1
unreasonably scared of other people or thinking that they are trying to cause harm
- The paranoid individual constantly checked their surroundings, convinced that someone was following them.
- He became paranoid after reading about recent burglaries in the neighborhood, suspecting every passerby of being a potential thief.
- The paranoid patient believed that their doctor was plotting against them, refusing to follow medical advice.
- She grew increasingly paranoid about her online privacy, convinced that hackers were monitoring her every move.
- Despite reassurances from friends, he remained paranoid that they were secretly plotting against him.
2
suffering from a mental condition that causes one to believe other people are trying to harm one