How to Pronounce "paranoid"

word

/ˈpɛɹəˌnɔɪd/

PAIR-uh-noyd

/pˈæɹənˌɔɪd/

PAIR-uh-noyd

Definition

Feeling extremely suspicious or afraid that other people are trying to harm, trick, or judge you, often without good reason. It can also be used informally for someone who is overly distrustful or anxious about possible problems.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈpɛɹəˌnɔɪd/

British English

/pˈæɹənˌɔɪd/

Simplified Pronunciation

PAIR-uh-noyd

Listen in Context

He feels paranoid when people talk quietly near him.

Don't be paranoid. I am not angry with you.

She became paranoid after losing her phone.

I know this sounds paranoid, but I think someone is reading my emails.