Loonier: meaning, definitions and examples
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loonier
[ ˈluːn.i.ər ]
state of mind
The term 'loonier' is a comparative form of the adjective 'loony', which describes someone who is eccentric or crazy in behavior. It often carries a playful or humorous connotation, suggesting that while someone may appear odd or irrational, it is often not to be taken seriously. The word is commonly used in informal situations to describe unusual ideas or actions that are not entirely rational, reflecting a certain level of absurdity. The comparative form suggests an increase in the level of eccentricity or irrationality compared to someone or something else.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- His ideas became loonier as the night went on.
- She took a loony approach to solving the problem.
- Some might say he is loonier than a circus clown.
Translations
Translations of the word "loonier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais louco
🇮🇳 और पागल
🇩🇪 verrückter
🇮🇩 lebih gila
🇺🇦 більш божевільний
🇵🇱 bardziej szalony
🇯🇵 よりクレイジー
🇫🇷 plus fou
🇪🇸 más loco
🇹🇷 daha deli
🇰🇷 더 미친
🇸🇦 أكثر جنونًا
🇨🇿 šílenější
🇸🇰 viac bláznivý
🇨🇳 更疯狂的
🇸🇮 bolj nor
🇮🇸 geðveikari
🇰🇿 одақтаушырақ
🇬🇪 მეტად ლუდი
🇦🇿 daha dəli
🇲🇽 más loco
Etymology
The word 'loony' originated from the informal term 'loon', which historically referred to a type of bird with a haunting call and odd behavior. The connection to craziness comes from how the bird's strange and erratic calls were perceived by those unfamiliar with them. Over time, 'loony' evolved into a slang term in English, particularly in American English, during the early 20th century, to describe someone who was acting irrationally or insane. Its playful nature made it popular in casual conversation. The comparative form 'loonier' simply extends this notion, suggesting that someone is more eccentric than a typical 'loony'. The term reflects cultural shifts in how eccentricity and mental health have been viewed in society, moving from derogatory connotations to a more humorous or light-hearted understanding.