Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the crazies

phrase

/ðə ˈkreɪziz/

Definition

A colloquial term referring to individuals who exhibit irrational or erratic behavior, often used to describe a group of people who are perceived as insane or wildly unpredictable.

Examples

After the unexpected event, the crowd turned into the crazies, shouting and running in every direction.
Some people think that reality TV shows bring out the crazies in contestants.
When the rumors spread, it seemed like the crazies came out of hiding to share their wild theories.

Meaning

The term ‘the crazies’ is often used in a light-hearted or pejorative manner to characterize people who are acting strangely or outside of societal norms.