Paranoid: meaning, definitions and examples

feeling suspicious or fearful

Paranoid is used to describe someone who has an unfounded or irrational fear that they are being watched, persecuted, or harmed by others. It is often associated with a heightened sense of mistrust or suspicion towards others.

fearful, mistrustful, suspicious

Examples of usage

• He became paranoid and started checking for hidden cameras in his house.

• She was so paranoid that she wouldn't even answer her phone.

• The paranoid individual believed that everyone was out to get him.

• His paranoid behavior was causing strain in his relationships.

• I could see the paranoia in his eyes as he looked around the room.