Examples of “schizophrenic” in a Sentence

adj Relating to, or affected by, schizophrenia.

• The nurse explained how the medication helps schizophrenic patients manage their symptoms.
• Support groups can help schizophrenic adults and their families feel less alone.
• The clinic specializes in treating schizophrenic patients.

adj Loosely, marked by sharply conflicting or contradictory elements.

• The film has a schizophrenic tone, swinging wildly between comedy and horror.

noun A person diagnosed with schizophrenia.

• Many people prefer the phrase "a person with schizophrenia" over calling someone "a schizophrenic".