Unhinged
Unhinged adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.
Usage example: destined to become one of the nation's most notorious serial killers, he apparently became unhinged as a result of being abandoned as a young teen
Wacky and unhinged are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wacky" instead an adjective "Unhinged".
Nearby Word: unhinging
Wacky
Wacky adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.
Usage example: a series of bizarre letters that the killer sent to the police, detailing his wacky, disturbed view of the world
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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There was nothing inherently wacky about Wraith, though the Haunters' Guild could be slightly unhinged.
Source: The Loonie - He's a little unhinged, acting closer to a wacky harem lead than any sort of computer A.I.
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