batshit
3 synonyms for batshit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Vulgar slang: completely crazy or irrational, often used for dramatic emphasis.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Probably built on "batty" ("crazy") plus "bats in one's belfry," and likely influenced by the similar slang term "apeshit."
Full origin of batshit →Frequently asked questions
What does “batshit” mean?
The word “batshit” means vulgar slang: completely crazy or irrational, often used for dramatic emphasis. In plain terms, a vulgar intensifier meaning extremely crazy or out of control.
How do you pronounce “batshit”?
“Batshit” is pronounced BAT-shiht (/ˈbæt.ʃɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “batshit” in a sentence?
Here is “batshit” used in a sentence: “The plot goes completely batshit in the final act.”
What part of speech is “batshit”?
Depending on how it is used, “batshit” can be an adjective and an adverb.
How many meanings does “batshit” have?
“Batshit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: vulgar slang: completely crazy or irrational, often used for dramatic emphasis.
