schizo
Schizo (noun) means an informal, often offensive shortening of "schizophrenic". Example: “The word is considered a slur by many and best avoided in serious writing.”
How to use schizo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual (and offensive) slang shortening of "schizophrenic".
Widely regarded as disrespectful and stigmatizing; use "a person with schizophrenia" in any considerate or professional writing.
Word forms
more schizo comparative, schizos plural, most schizo superlative
Etymology
A clipped form of "schizophrenic".
Rhymes for schizo
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What does “schizo” mean?
The word “schizo” means an informal, often offensive shortening of "schizophrenic". In plain terms, a casual (and offensive) slang shortening of "schizophrenic".
How do you pronounce “schizo”?
“Schizo” is pronounced SKIHT-soh (/ˈskɪtsoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “schizo” in a sentence?
Here is “schizo” used in a sentence: “The word is considered a slur by many and best avoided in serious writing.”
What part of speech is “schizo”?
“Schizo” is a noun.