batty
word
Definition
Silly or crazy, often used humorously to describe someone who acts strangely or a bit mad.
Usage & Nuances
'Batty' is informal and playful, rarely offensive. Used mostly in British English. Similar words: 'loopy', 'nuts', but 'batty' is softer and less harsh. Commonly said about people in a lighthearted or affectionate way.
Spanish: chiflado - locoPortuguese (BR): maluco - doidoPortuguese (PT): maluquinho - doidoChinese (Simplified): 疯疯癫癫的 - 古怪的Chinese (Traditional): 瘋瘋癲癲的 - 古怪的Hindi: सनकी - पगलाArabic: مجنون - غريب الأطوار
Example Sentences
My uncle can be a bit batty sometimes.
basic
That idea sounds batty to me.
basic
She acts a little batty when she’s tired.
basic
Don’t mind Grandpa, he’s just a bit batty these days.
natural
Everyone thought the inventor was batty, but his crazy machine actually worked.
natural
She came up with another one of her batty plans for the weekend.
natural