
Dotty
Mild Disparagement
Indicates a harmless level of eccentricity or forgetfulness, usually related to age.
Grandpa's plans to build a spaceship have us thinking he's quite dotty.
Affectionate Tone
Used in a fond or loving way when referring to someone's quirks.
Aunt May is dotty with her collection of porcelain frogs.
Not Insulting
Less offensive than calling someone 'crazy' or 'mad', but still be sensitive.
He's a bit dotty but means well.
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BonkersCrazyEccentricInsaneKookyNuttyQuirkyWacky
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