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paranoia
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/pɐɾɐˈnɔjɐ/pa·ra·noi·a
Definitions
2-1
A mental disorder characterized by extreme and irrational distrust, delusions of persecution or grandeur.
Usage examples
“The psychiatrist diagnosed him with paranoia.”
“His constant suspicion of his coworkers bordered on paranoia.”
Common combinations
suffer from paranoiaparanoid delusionsclinical paranoiasymptoms of paranoia
2
(Informal) A state of excessive and unfounded distrust, fear, or suspicion.
Informal, metaphorical use.
Usage examples
“Stop with the paranoia, no one is out to get you.”
“The constant surveillance has created a sense of paranoia among citizens.”