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psychotic

[sahy-kot-ik] / saɪˈkɒt ɪk /


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On Tuesday, a psychological expert testified that the defendant displayed no evidence of a psychotic disorder, that he was intelligent, "controls what he says" and shows "few emotions".

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

One day you’re a gentle lover in “Brokeback Mountain,” the next you’re a genius psychotic in “The Dark Knight.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

In “Normal,” I am a tough, psychotic local bartender.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Esan applied again in 2021, but was rejected because of a "psychotic disorder" and eczema, Morgan said.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

He was not delusional nor did he have hallucinations—that anyone knows of—so he could not be labeled psychotic.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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