nuthouse

/ˈnuːθau̱s/

Definitions

1. noun

an insane asylum or a place of mental instability; a person or place considered crazy or out of control.

“The comedian joked about being sent to a nuthouse after his latest prank.”

2. noun

a place of excitement or wild activity, especially a nightclub or a lively party.

“The music festival has become a nuthouse with thousands of people dancing in the crowd.”

Synonyms

  • insane asylum
  • lunatic asylum
  • madhouse

Antonyms

  • sanatorium
  • sanitarium