Definition of Strange
Adjective: Unusual, unfamiliar, or surprising in a way that is unsettling or hard to understand.
Synonyms for Strange
Strongest Matches:
- Bizarre – Very strange or unusual.
- Weird – Suggesting something supernatural or uncanny.
- Odd – Different from what is usual or expected.
- Peculiar – Unusual or eccentric.
- Eccentric – Unconventional and slightly strange.
Strong Matches:
- Unusual – Not habitually or commonly occurring.
- Uncanny – Strange or mysterious.
- Quirky – Characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits.
- Surreal – Having an unreal, dreamlike quality.
- Unorthodox – Contrary to what is usual, traditional, or accepted.
Weak Matches:
- Unexpected – Not expected or regarded as likely to happen.
- Curious – Eager to know or learn something; strange or unusual.
- Exotic – From a foreign country, unusual or striking.
- Different – Not the same as another.
- Rare – Uncommon or infrequent.
Example Sentences Using ‘Strange’:
- It was strange to see snow in April.
- She has a strange sense of humor.
- The painting had a strange, dreamlike quality.
- He felt a strange sensation of déjà vu.
- There is something strange about that house.
Contextual Usage of ‘Strange’:
- Everyday Usage: “That’s a strange way to solve the problem.”
- Formal Writing: “The phenomenon presents a strange anomaly in the field of quantum physics.”
- Literature: “A strange and mystical aura surrounded the ancient ruins.”
- Pop Culture: “Doctor Strange is a popular Marvel character known for his magical powers.”
Related Words and Phrases:
- Alien – Unfamiliar and disturbing.
- Mysterious – Difficult or impossible to understand.
- Arcane – Understood by few.
- Abnormal – Deviating from the norm.
- Freakish – Bizarre or grotesque.
Additional Information:
- Etymology: From Old French estrange (meaning foreign) and Latin extraneus (meaning external or foreign).
- Common Phrases:
- “Strange but true”
- “Stranger than fiction”
- “Strange bedfellows”
Disclaimer:
This page is intended for informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, users should verify definitions, synonyms, and usage in trusted dictionaries or linguistic sources. No responsibility is assumed for any errors or omissions.
