Definition

More crazy or eccentric than usual; having a lot of unusual or silly ideas.

Example

His plans for the party were even nuttier than I expected.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you tried that new ice cream flavor?

No, I haven't! What's it like?

It's even nuttier than the last one they had.

That sounds delicious! I need to give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nuttier → The word is derived from "nut" (from Old English *cyning*, meaning a hard-shelled fruit) and the comparative suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The term "nuttier" describes something that has more of the qualities or characteristics of a nut.

Memory Tip

Think of a nut being something hard and flavorful, and when you add '-ier', it means there is more of that nutty quality.

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