Dotty

usgb/ˈdɑːti/
adjective

A little crazy.

I think my grandma is getting a bit dotty.
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Often appears as...

  • go dotty
  • bit dotty

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Informal

Colloquial

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Mild Disparagement

Indicates a harmless level of eccentricity or forgetfulness, usually related to age.

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Grandpa's plans to build a spaceship have us thinking he's quite dotty.
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Affectionate Tone

Used in a fond or loving way when referring to someone's quirks.

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Aunt May is dotty with her collection of porcelain frogs.
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Not Insulting

Less offensive than calling someone 'crazy' or 'mad', but still be sensitive.

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He's a bit dotty but means well.
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