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Schizophrenic

Definition:

Adjective: relating to or affected by schizophrenia, a chronic mental disorder characterized by withdrawal from reality, illogical thinking, and distorted perceptions of oneself and the world.

Noun: an individual who has schizophrenia.

Senses:

1. Adjective: relating to schizophrenia
2. Noun: a person with schizophrenia

Usage:

Adjective:

1. Her schitzophrenic behavior made it difficult for her to maintain relationships.
2. The doctor prescribed medications to help manage his schitzophrenic symptoms.
3. A schitzophrenic episode can involve hallucinations and delusions.

Noun:

1. John's sister is a schitzophrenic and requires special care.
2. The schitzophrenic was unable to distinguish between reality and fiction.
3. Support groups provide a helpful community for schitzophrenics.

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