1. relating to or suffering from a severe mental disorder characterized by loss of contact with reality
Usage: medical/clinical
2. extremely irrational or violent in behavior
Usage: informal; often considered insensitive

1. a person suffering from psychosis
Usage: medical/clinical; can be considered offensive when used casually

Examples

• The patient exhibited psychotic symptoms including hallucinations and delusions.
• His psychotic episode required immediate medical intervention.
• The medication helped control her psychotic behavior.
• The documentary explored the treatment of psychotic disorders.
• She described her ex-boyfriend’s jealous rage as psychotic.
• The psychotic was transferred to a secure facility for treatment.