schizophrenic
/ˌskɪtsəˈfrɛnɪk/
noun
- A person who has schizophrenia.
- The documentary followed the lives of several schizophrenics.
- He is a schizophrenic who manages his condition well.
- Support groups offer a safe space for schizophrenics to share their experiences.
adjective
- Relating to or having schizophrenia, a serious mental disorder that affects thinking, feeling, and behavior.
- The patient was diagnosed with schizophrenic symptoms.
- Schizophrenic episodes can be managed with medication and therapy.
- She works at a clinic that specializes in schizophrenic disorders.
- Characterized by contradictory or inconsistent elements; having a split or conflicting nature (informal).
- His schizophrenic schedule has him working nights and attending classes during the day.
- The movie's schizophrenic tone confused the audience.
- The company's schizophrenic marketing strategy sends mixed messages to customers.