paranoid

The definition of paranoid is being suspicious, having illusions about being followed or persecuted, or about being afraid or distrustful of others.

(adjective)

An example of paranoid is a type of mental illness.
An example of paranoid is being worried that the policeman behind you is going to pull you over.

See paranoid in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of or like paranoia
characterized by extreme suspiciousness, grandiose delusions, or delusions of persecution
also paranoidal

noun

a person afflicted with paranoia

See paranoid in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Relating to, characteristic of, or affected with paranoia.
Exhibiting or characterized by extreme and irrational fear or distrust of others: a paranoid suspicion that the phone might be bugged.

noun

One affected with paranoia.

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