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schizophrenia Synonyms

Another word for schizophrenia

Choosing another word for schizophrenia depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A severe, chronic mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions, often manifesting as delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized speech or behavior.

Usage Example

"Advances in antipsychotic medication and psychotherapy have significantly improved the long-term management of dementia praecox."

Strong
dementia praecox

• noun (Context 2)

A state or condition marked by the coexistence of contradictory or incompatible elements, attitudes, or policies (used figuratively).

Usage Example

"The administration's regulatory approach showed a certain political contradiction, promoting green energy while simultaneously subsidizing coal."

Strong
contradiction
inconsistency
dichotomy
Weak
ambivalence

Opposites of schizophrenia

The opposite of schizophrenia shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

coherence
consistency
unity
See all opposites of schizophrenia

• Nearby Words

schizanthus
schizo
schizophragma
schizophrenia
schizophrenic
schizostylis
schlegels viper

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Schizophrenia. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/schizophrenia
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