Definition & Meaning of "neurotic"

neurotic

relating to mental instability with excessive anxiety, irrational fears, and obsessive thoughts

not behaving in a reasonable, and calm way, either because of being worried about something or because of having a mental illness

Neurotic

a person suffering from neurosis

Example

Compulsive behaviors may indicate neurotic tendencies.

Neurotic individuals focus excessively on details and potential threats.

Managing stress is often difficult for neurotic individuals.

Chronic indecisiveness is a trait associated with neurotic thinking.

Neurotic responses involve heightened anxiety and irrational fears.

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