Haywire and Rational

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Haywire adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.

Usage example: she gradually went haywire after the tragic death of her husband

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Rational is an antonym for haywire.

Rational adjective - Having the ability to reason.

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Haywire is an antonym for rational.

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