Find Synonyms

screwy Synonyms

Another word for screwy

Choosing another word for screwy depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Rather odd, eccentric, or mentally erratic (used informally).

Usage Example

"The comedian was famous for his wacky characters and unpredictable stage antics."

Strongest
wacky
nutty
kooky
eccentric
bizarre
zany
Strong
peculiar
quirky
offbeat

• adjective (Context 2)

Absurdly disorganized, malfunctioning, or awry (of a plan, schedule, or system).

Usage Example

"My sleep schedule has been completely haywire ever since I returned from the international conference."

Strongest
haywire
wonky
Strong
awry
topsy-turvy
amiss
chaotic

Opposites of screwy

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

sane
normal
rational
orderly
sensible
functional
level-headed
sound
See all opposites of screwy

• Nearby Words

screwlike
screwtop
screwup
screwy
scribble
scribbler
scribbly

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Screwy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/screwy
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.