kookology

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Meaning · English

The study of kooks (“eccentric or crazy people”).

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

If you're interested in kookology as it's formally known, you'll be wanting to check out alt.usenet.kooks.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “kookology” mean?

The study of kooks (“eccentric or crazy people”).

Is “kookology” formal or informal?

kookology is generally slang.