paranoia — meaning in English

English meaning

• paranoia noun A mental health condition marked by persistent, irrational feelings of persecution or threat.

Senses

paranoia is used for these senses in English:

• paranoia The obsolete name for a psychotic disorder, now called delusional disorder, often (in one of six subtypes) characterized by delusions of persecution and a perceived threat against the individual affected with the disorder, and often associated with false accusations and a general mistrust of others

paranoia — full definition

1. noun A mental health condition marked by persistent, irrational feelings of persecution or threat.
2. noun Extreme and unfounded suspicion or distrust of other people.