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(par-a-noid) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. feeling very anxious or scared without reason.

Example Sentence

Jill was paranoid that students were cheating off her paper.

More Example Sentences

Sometimes she gets paranoid at night.

Synonyms

suspicious; anxious; worried

Antonyms

calm; relaxed; trusting

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Rhymes

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