Synonyms for

Queer

Verb / kwɪr / Another word for queer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

strange or unusual

Synonyms & similar words

homophile odd curious pansy fag poof singular nance foil pouf cross scotch baffle peril endanger fagot queen faggot scupper peculiar gay expose bilk rummy poove odd peculiar weird bizarre unusual offbeat eccentric abnormal strange different unconventional nonconformist quirky outlandish freakish extraordinary curious unique singular atypical

Synonyms by register

Formal

unusual peculiar odd strange

Informal

weird bizarre wacky offbeat

Literary

singular uncommon curious

Antonyms

straight conventional normal ordinary typical expected common

Common collocations

  • queer theory
  • queer studies
  • queer eye
  • queer folk
  • queer behavior
  • queer times
  • queer little shop

Word family

noun queerness
adjective queer
adverb queerly

Usage note

While historically used as a derogatory term, 'queer' has been reclaimed by LGBTQ+ communities as an umbrella term. Its meaning can still be ambiguous and context-dependent, so be mindful of your audience and intent.

Example sentences

  1. The boy wore a queer hat to the party.
  2. The teacher thought the students answer was queer.
  3. The dogs behavior was queer.
  4. The movie was about a queer family.
  5. The man had a queer way of talking.

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