Synonyms for

Freak

Verb / fri:k / Another word for freak — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Freak means an abnormal or unusual person or thing.

Synonyms & similar words

addict freakout monstrosity nut lususnaturae grossout junkie junky monster oddity weirdo abnormality curiosity eccentric misfit monster mutant peculiarity rarity strangeness aberration deviation enigma anomaly freakishness oddment oddball quirk singularity

Synonyms by register

Formal

anomaly aberration oddity eccentricity

Informal

weirdo oddball kook nutcase loon

Literary

prodigy wonder marvel

Antonyms

normal ordinary regular typical conventional conformist

Common collocations

  • freak out
  • freak accident
  • freak occurrence
  • freak storm
  • freak show
  • freak of nature
  • freak wave

Word family

noun freak
verb freak
adjective freaky

Usage note

As a noun, 'freak' is often derogatory, referring to someone or something considered abnormal or unusual. As a verb, 'freak out' means to become very agitated or scared.

Example sentences

  1. The two-headed snake was a freak of nature.
  2. Some people think clowns are freaky.
  3. I don't want to be friends with that freak.
  4. The roller coaster was so fast that it made me feel like a freak.
  5. The cat's extra toe made it a freak among felines.

Quotes

  • I'm a freak, I love to go out at night and feel the air.
  • I'm a freak for a hot bath.
  • I'm a freak for musicals.

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