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barmy

/ˈbɑːmi/ adjective · British & US
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What does barmy mean?

adjective

Completely mad or irrational; foolish or absurd. Often used to describe something that is considered eccentric or unconventional.

Example

"The barmy idea of building a rollercoaster in the middle of the city was met with widespread criticism."

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