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Pariah

Verb / pɜ:ˈaɪʌ / Another word for pariah — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A pariah is someone who is an outcast or is rejected by society.

Synonyms & similar words

castaway outcast ishmael outcast reject untouchable leper untouchable castaway exile undesirable degenerate misfit outsider maverick loner rebel scapegoat heretic nonconformist

Example sentences

  1. The stray dog was treated like a pariah by the townspeople.
  2. After the scandal, the politician became a pariah in his own party.
  3. The new girl was seen as a pariah by the popular kids in school.
  4. The artist was considered a pariah by the art establishment because of his unconventional style.
  5. The convicted criminal was treated like a pariah by his former friends and neighbors.

Quotes

  • I am a pariah in the world of photography because I do not manipulate my photographs.
  • I am a pariah because I speak the truth.
  • I am a pariah in the world of fashion because I do not follow trends.

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