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paranoia in German

paranoia in German is Paranoia, Verfolgungswahn — paranoia means a mental health condition marked by persistent, irrational feelings of persecution or threat.

paranoia in German

Paranoia
noun
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
Verfolgungswahn
noun
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
noun
Extreme, irrational distrust of others.

What does "paranoia" mean?

  1. noun A mental health condition marked by persistent, irrational feelings of persecution or threat.
    "His doctor prescribed medication to help manage his paranoia."
  2. noun Extreme and unfounded suspicion or distrust of other people.
    "Years of being lied to had left her with a deep paranoia about anyone getting too close."
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paranoia in a sentence

  • His doctor prescribed medication to help manage his paranoia.
  • Years of being lied to had left her with a deep paranoia about anyone getting too close.
  • The office was gripped by paranoia after the layoff rumours started.

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What is "paranoia" in German?

"paranoia" in German is Paranoia, Verfolgungswahn. paranoia means: A mental health condition marked by persistent, irrational feelings of persecution or threat.

How do you use "paranoia" in a sentence?

Example: "His doctor prescribed medication to help manage his paranoia." In German, "paranoia" is Paranoia, Verfolgungswahn.

Are there other ways to say "paranoia" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "paranoia": Paranoia, Verfolgungswahn.

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