Nutcase

usgb/ˈnʌtkeɪs/
noun

A person who is crazy or behaves very strangely.

My neighbor is such a nutcase, dances in the rain while eating pizza.
Visual representation of "nutcase" - A person who is crazy or behaves very strangely.

Often appears as...

  • certified nutcase
  • absolute nutcase

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, might sound rude or offensive in formal situations.

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Everyone laughed when he called himself a nutcase for forgetting his own birthday.
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Emotional Weight

Can be seen as insulting and hurtful if used about someone with mental health issues.

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I regret calling her a nutcase during our argument; it was insensitive.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Understanding varies by culture; some might find it humorous, others deeply offensive.

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After moving to the UK, I realized 'nutcase' wasn't as harsh as it was back home.
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