bipolar

[bahy-poh-ler] / baɪˈpoʊ lər /

ADJECTIVE

marked by opposite extremes

Synonyms

STRONG

oscillating undulating vacillating

WEAK

Janus-faced capricious inconstant mercurial spasmodic two-faced vibrating

Antonyms

STRONGEST

constant steady

STRONG

fixed reliable

WEAK

unmoving

Example Sentences

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He apologised in a lengthy statement published in the Wall Street Journal in January and blamed manic episodes caused by his bipolar disorder.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The US rapper has subsequently expressed regret for his conduct, blaming it on his bipolar disorder.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

These medications are prescribed to treat conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and seizures.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

In a statement to Deadline, Carradine’s family said he struggled with bipolar disorder.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

The thing I know about bipolar disorder is that it’s a label.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven