Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nutcase

noun

/ˈnʌt.keɪs/

Definition

A person considered to be eccentric or crazy, often in a humorous or exaggerated way.

Examples

After he suggested we jump off the roof, everyone called him a complete nutcase.
She’s a genius, but some people think she’s a bit of a nutcase for her unconventional ideas.
He’s not really a nutcase; he just has a unique way of looking at the world.

Meaning

Nutcase refers to someone whose behavior is perceived as unusual, erratic, or irrational. The term is often used informally and can carry a slightly mocking connotation.