noun
nutcase
NUHT-kays
Nutcase (noun) means Informal: a crazy, eccentric, or foolish person. Example: “Only a nutcase would go swimming in that weather.”
noun
1
Informal: a crazy, eccentric, or foolish person.
"Only a nutcase would go swimming in that weather."
How to use nutcase
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, slightly mocking word for someone acting crazy or foolish.
When to use it
Informal and can be mildly insulting; use with care.
Easily confused with
headcase
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Word forms
- Plural
- nutcases
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Etymology
A compound of nut (in the sense of "crazy person") and case, as in "headcase".
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What does “nutcase” mean?
The word “nutcase” means informal: a crazy, eccentric, or foolish person. In plain terms, a casual, slightly mocking word for someone acting crazy or foolish.
How do you pronounce “nutcase”?
“Nutcase” is pronounced NUHT-kays (/ˈnʌtkeɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “nutcase” in a sentence?
Here is “nutcase” used in a sentence: “Only a nutcase would go swimming in that weather.”
What is another word for “nutcase”?
Words with a similar meaning to “nutcase” include kook, nutbag, nutter, odd duck, weirdo and wacko.
What part of speech is “nutcase”?
“Nutcase” is a noun.
