Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bedlamite

noun

/ˈbɛd.lə.maɪt/

Definition

A person who is insane or exhibits wildly eccentric behavior.

Examples

The eccentric artist was often called a bedlamite by those who didn’t understand his visions.
During the festival, the city felt like a bedlamite gathering, with music and laughter echoing everywhere.

Meaning

The term ‘bedlamite’ historically refers to someone who is mentally ill, particularly in a chaotic or disturbed state, often associated with the infamous Bedlam Hospital for the insane in London.